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Snowberry Clearwing
Hemaris diffinis
51.0159, -114.178
Field Notes
Description:
This is a moth from the Sphingidae family which are otherwise know as hawk moths or sphinx moths. Wingspan of approximately 35-50 mm. The moths abdomen has yellow and black segments similar to those of a bumblebee for which it might be mistaken due to its color and flight similarities.
Habitat:
Found in much of North America except Alaska, Yukon, Nunavut, and Newfoundland. Adults feed on flower nectar during the day.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJuly 26, 2013
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