Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1217125

Spurge hawkmoth
Hyles euphorbiae

Observation date: July 16, 2019
Submitted by: adgreenough
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed on Leafy Spurge growing among hostas and ninebark. Dry, sunny, light wind, 80 degrees. Two caterpillars feeding rapidly, very active.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: February 14, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Emmet County