Stigmella myricafoliella

(Busck, 1900)

Sort #: 24 | P3 #: 160023 | MPG #: 94
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Larval feeding type: Leaf miner
Larval substrate: Morella caroliniensis* (Bayberry)

Comment: S. corylifoliella also commonly occurs on bayberry and the mines are similar. The larva of myricafoliella is green, whereas that of corylifoliella is yellow, however the color can be difficult to assess while in the mine

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2012
Last Year Reported: 2012

Distribution by County: Nantucket
Number of Records: 1