Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1228573

White-lined Sphinx
Hyles lineata

Observation date: August 24, 2019
Submitted by: Vic.540
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I’m a Va native but have never seen this caterpillar before. There were a total of 3 on two different fuchsia plants near each other.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: January 11, 2021
Coordinator notes: This is Sphinx moth caterpillar and I do not have enough resources to identify moth caterpillars. Seems a little like Gallium Sphinx but not exactly like photos I have.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Washington County