Tischeria quercitella

Clemens, 1863
Oak Blotch Miner

Sort #: 100 | P3 #: 230001 | MPG #: 144
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Larval feeding type: Upperside leaf miner
Larval substrate: Castanea dentata, Quercus alba (White Oak), Q. ilicifolia, Q. prinus, Q. velutina
Phenology: Adult: 5/24 to 8/4 (9 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, fairly common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1871
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 28