Zeuzera pyrina

(Linnaeus, 1761)
Leopard Moth

Sort #: 1233 | P3 #: 640005 | MPG #: 2700 | PFG Page #: 82
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Larval substrate: Trees and woody plants, incl. Malus (Apple), Crataegus (Hawthorn), Pyrus (Pear), Ulmus* (Elm), Acer saccharum* (Sugar Maple)
Phenology: Adult: 6/05 to 9/06 (253 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Introduced (Agricultural pest)
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1903
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Nantucket
Number of Records: 269