Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1068888

Carolina sphinx
Manduca sexta

Observation date: October 10, 2015
Submitted by: Courtneymary
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: We found this guy munching away on our Dorset Naga chili plants on our roof deck. There was a massive amount of droppings beneath him. Weather is currently in the eighties - we are in a heat wave. We also have lavender plants in the vicinity, as well as tomatoes, cucumbers, various flowers, potatoes and onions.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Josiah Gilbert
Verified date: October 10, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.