Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1163036

Laurel sphinx
Sphinx kalmiae

Observation date: July 20, 2017
Submitted by: tirvine2020
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This moth was found flying near a light the night before. This moth flew in quick bursts. Its wings would be constantly moving, but it would at times stop and hover near an area, and fly on again. It seemed to have fairly good control of its flight, but would sometimes fly into objects when going at top speed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 18, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.