Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1066981

Bedstraw hawkmoth
Hyles gallii

Observation date: September 28, 2015
Submitted by: ksalo89
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Caterpillar was observed crawling across some rocks next to an undeveloped road. He was slow moving, non aggressive. To the touch he was soft, dry, and squishy. Weather conditions were dry, warm (75°F) and cloudy.
Status: Resident
Verified by: lisald100
Verified date: September 28, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Orange County