Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 978148

Lettered sphinx
Deidamia inscriptum

Observation date: May 20, 2014
Submitted by: dondi
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Noted perched on the end of a painted 2x4 on my porch rail, in shade. Stayed for some time; noted on several sojourns onto the porch, starting early morning; disappeared mid-day. Habitat extensive meadow bordering on mixed forest.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: December 10, 2014
Coordinator notes: These Sphinx moths do tend to rest for long periods of time. Good habitat.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, St. Lawrence County