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Hummingbird Moths, Sphinx Moths or Hawk MothsUnderwing moth?
I took this in St. Peters, Missouri, Aug 24, 2006. About 3 inches long. (a penny is 3/4 in) I put a penny down to compare but didn’t want to get too close. So, I pasted the penny closer. Look at the design on the 2nd photo – top of his back??? Face of a Lion !! I’m trying to get a identification of the species.
Barb
Hi Barb,
This is Manduca quinquemaculata, the Five Spotted Hawkmoth. The caterpillar is the infamous Tomato Hornworm.
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