Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1104883

Vine sphinx
Eumorpha vitis

Observation date: October 01, 2016
Submitted by: austinzone
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On Sorrel Vine aka Cow-itch vine (Cissus trifoliata). Also near morning glory. SW Bastrop County near Cedar Creek, TX. Lots of rain this year. No other caterpillars spotted. About 3.5" long and a little more than a dime around. Head drawn in, so couldn't capture eye markings. Warm sunny day, but first cool down of fall season- highs in mid 80s. Rain 6 days ago. The yellowest I've ever seen.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: October 01, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Texas, Bastrop County