Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1062880

Bedstraw hawkmoth
Hyles gallii

Observation date: August 27, 2015
Submitted by: nancyandlondon@...
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Caterpillar was found crossing asphalt road, on a very warm, sunny, late morning. It was about two and one-half inches long. The "tail" was pronounced red. It was moving very quickly. It's size and speed is what made me notice it.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 01, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.