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White-lined Sphinx

Hyles lineata

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Field Notes

Description:

About 1.75 inches from the tip of the nose to the end of the tail, much larger than most moths I have seen around here. I have lived here for decades and never seen a moth like this.

Habitat:

Near a healthy forest.

Species ID Suggestions

White-lined Sphinx

Hyles lineata

Comments (2)

Beautiful photo! Sphinx moths are impressive and beautiful.
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PublishedApril 25, 2014

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