Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1216285

Rustic sphinx
Manduca rustica

Observation date: July 12, 2019
Submitted by: skidplate
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Discovered this beauty hanging out on the wall above my patio door. I have a flood light that occasionally comes on dusk to dawn which may have attracted it. There is a snail vine the yard and a large mesquite tree as well. Temp was 106 and calm wind. 18% humidity.
Status: Resident
Verified by: kellyrichers
Verified date: August 16, 2019
Coordinator notes: You are correct
Checklist region(s): United States, Arizona, Pinal County