Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1116398

White-lined Sphinx
Hyles lineata

Observation date: May 11, 2017
Submitted by: annveloso
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed this hummingbird moth in my courtyard today during sunny, 80 degree weather, in the early afternoon. It was enjoying the purple petunias in a flower basket I purchased for my mom's 79th birthday. It was a nice surprise to see this visitor!
Status: Resident
Verified by: J_Martineau
Verified date: May 12, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Idaho, Ada County