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Small-Eyed Sphinx Moth

Paonias myops

Photo by AlexRowe
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Field Notes

Description:

Beautiful moth found at night in a gas station parking lot. 2.5 inch wingspan. 1.5 inch body length. Orange, cream, tan and blues on the wings. White antennae. Inferior wings have bright blue spots surrounded by black.

Habitat:

Southern Missouri.

Reference Links:

Paonias myops

Species ID Suggestions

Small-Eyed Sphinx Moth

Paonias myops

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Reza Hashemizadeh
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