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Nessus sphinx moth

Amphion floridensis

Photo by Antikythera
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Description:

Nessus sphinx moth on a lilac bush. It was very cleverly disguised as a bumblebee, from the yellow belts to the buzzing wings. It's about twice the size, though.

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