Synanthedon acerni

(Clemens, 1860)
Maple Callus Borer

Sort #: 1255 | P3 #: 640095 | MPG #: 2554 | PFG Page #: 80
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Larval feeding type: Bark borer
Larval substrate: Acer rubrum (Red Maple) and other Acer species
Phenology: Adult: 5/25 to 9/24 (202 records)

Comment: The only MA Sesiid species which is regularly attracted to light

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1905
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 220