Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 988435

White-lined Sphinx
Hyles lineata

Observation date: July 10, 2014
Submitted by: hmcfadden
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Had eaten the blossoms and upper leaves off of the host plant, was hanging vertically on the stem. Temp about 80°, sunny, no wind, no rain for several days. Caterpillar did not move when I watered the garden.
Status: Resident
Verified by: J_Martineau
Verified date: July 11, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Montana