Xestia dilucida

(Morrison, 1875)
Dull Reddish Dart

Sort #: 2947 | P #: 933586 | MPG #: 10969 | PFG Page #: 522
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Larval substrate: Chamaedaphne calyculata (Leatherleaf), Gaultheria procumbens (Wintergreen), Larix laricina (American Larch, Tamarack), Myrica gale (Sweetgale), Vaccinium (Blueberry)
Phenology: Adult: 8/25 to 10/21 (186 records)

Comment: X. dilucida shares the same DNA BIN as the previous three species, but is phenotypically distinct

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1930
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 535