Xestia c-nigrum/X. dolosa

Black-letter Dart complex

Sort #: 2949.11 | P #: 933589.1 | MPG #: 10942.11
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Phenology: Adult: 6/01 to 11/02 (55 records)

Comment: These species are not possible to distinguish from photos, best distinguishing character is size: Forewing lengths, X.c-nigrum 14-18mm, X.dolosa 18-24mm; DNA cannot distinguish them

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1942
Last Year Reported: 2024

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 63