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Tersa sphinx moth

Xylophanes tersa

Photo by Saturniidae27
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Field Notes

Description:

Was raised on pentas from 2nd instar.Usually overwinters and hatches in spring, but hatched early in February as it is warmer indoors year long.They fly very fast, as they are sphinx moths.

Habitat:

My garden, Fort Worth, Texas.

Notes:

Its caterpillar can be displayed in this link :)
https://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/27880638

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PublishedApril 13, 2020

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