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African hummingbird moth

Macroglossum trochilius

Photo by Johan Heyns
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

African Hummingbird Moth attracted to the porch light. The 3rd photo shows the back with all the hair "wings" it uses to help control its flight.

Notes:

Spotting of this day flying moth feeding on lavender: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/11016085

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PublishedFebruary 21, 2013

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