Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1058277

Abbott's sphinx
Sphecodina abbottii

Observation date: July 30, 2015
Submitted by: dianamoor@comca...
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found near my garden pond, on the concrete patio. Plants nearby are common garden plants, iris, hosta, fern, false indigo, columbine. The caterpillar raises its head and faces a threat and appears to open its mouth. Striking is the appearance of a shiny eye on top of the head.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: November 01, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Illinois, Cook County