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Hawk Moth

Daphne minima

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Field Notes

Description:

The Sphingidae are a family of moths (Lepidoptera), commonly known as hawk moths, sphinx moths, and hornworms;, it includes about 1,450 species.[1] It is best represented in the tropics, but species are found in every region.[2] They are moderate to large in size and are distinguished among moths for their rapid, sustained flying ability.[2] Their narrow wings and streamlined abdomens are adaptations for rapid flight.

Species ID Suggestions

Hawk Moth

Daphne minima

Comments (2)

i spotted this Hawk moth exactly an year ago in the same location http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/17085612 is it the same?
To my knowledge this one is endemic to Sri Lanka (and maybe some other parts of India). It looks similar to Daphne hypothous, but the markings look slightly different. Please, verify!

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