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Banded Sphinx

Posted by April 23rd, 2006 at 12:00 am

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Hummingbird Moths, Sphinx Moths or Hawk Moths

Incredible moth
This is a moth right? What kind is it? I found it sitting on our begonias. I live in Central FL. Thanks for your info.
Tracey Earley

banded sphinx florida Banded Sphinx

Hi Tracey,
The Banded Sphinx, Eumorpha fasciatus, really is a stunning moth. The larval food plants include evening primrose and water primrose.

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