Triphosa haesitata

(Guenée, [1858])
American Tissue

Sort #: 1727 | P3 #: 910123 | MPG #: 7285 | PFG Page #: 184
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Larval substrate: Rhamnus (Buckthorn), Berberis (Barberry), Crataegus (Hawthorn), Quercus (Oak), Prunus (Plum)
Phenology: Adult: 5/21 to 10/21 (5 records)

Comment: Like its Old World cogeners, this species overwinters as an adult, preferably in constantly cool, dark places, such as caves and cellars, although we have no evidence of this yet in Massachusetts. The few Massachusetts specimens may have migrated from populations further north.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1864
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Norfolk, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 5