Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1079680

White-lined Sphinx
Hyles lineata

Observation date: April 18, 2016
Submitted by: JYoung85
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: He was flying around feeding on the flowers of the purple succulent pictured at bottom of picture for about an hour. He was not bothered by me at all, even when getting within inches of him. He would occasionally leave for a few minutes and then return. Beautiful day, 72° or so. 6:30pm
Status: Resident
Verified by: Robert Martin
Verified date: July 11, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Diego County