Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 743670

White-lined Sphinx
Hyles lineata

Observation date: September 16, 2012
Submitted by: opiliones
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A dozen or so were traveling rapidly across the ground in a dry gravelly wash. There had been recent rain, and many plants had greened up. I did not identify the surrounding vegetation.
Status: Resident
Verified by: kellyrichers
Verified date: September 26, 2012
Coordinator notes: The photo and behavior listed are indicitive of Hyles lineata. Kelly
Checklist region(s): United States, Nevada, Clark County