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Stinging Rose Caterpillar Moth Parasa indetermina (Boisduval, 1832) |
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Family: (Limacodidae)
State Protection: Not Listed 
The species is not listed or protected by New York State. Federal Protection: Not Listed State Rarity Rank: S1
A State Rarity Rank of S1 means: Typically 5 or fewer occurrences, very few remaining individuals, acres, or miles of stream, or some factor of its biology makes it especially vulnerable in New York State. Global Rarity Rank: G4
A Global Rarity Rank of G4 means: Apparently secure globally, though it may be quite rare in parts of its range, especially at the periphery. Did you know? Stinging rose caterpillar moth larvae have detachable spines that contain toxins to ward off predators. These toxins can irritate human skin when contact is made with the spines. |
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| State Ranking Justification | [-] |
This species was found on Long Island in Suffolk County in 2007. There are historical New York records that need further investigation, one apparently from Staten Island. Covell (1984) considers this species to be uncommon.
| Short-term Trends | [-] |
The short-term trend is unknown for this species. However, it was considered possibly extirpated from New York until it was documented in 2007 at a site on Long Island.
| Long-term Trends | [-] |
The long-term trend for this species are unknown. Covell (1984) stated that the species is uncommon, but information for New York is sparse.
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New York Natural Heritage Program. 2013. Online Conservation Guide for Parasa indetermina. Available from: http://acris.nynhp.org/guide.php?id=7926. Accessed May 23rd, 2013. 
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