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Hummingbird Moths, Sphinx Moths or Hawk Mothsgreen moth
Hello, I am in need of help with identification for this sphinx moth. I have found some green moths that may be possible (Vega, Virginia Creeper, Satellite) and some with the blue on underwings (Cerisy, Twin-spotted, Eyed Hawk) but none with both. How much do the patterns or colors vary with these moth species? I really enjoy searching your site and hope you will be able to help.
Thanks, Karen
West Palm Beach, FL
Hi Karen,
Long ago we got a photo of a Gaudy Sphinx adult and we recently posted a photo of its snakelike caterpillar. The Gaudy Sphinx, Eumorpha labruscae, is tropical and subtropical, and is found in the southern states, expecially Florida. Sometimes it strays as far north as Pennsylvania. Here is more information on this government page. Your battered but still beautiful Gaudy Sphinx is a welcome addition to our site.
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