Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1252557

White-lined Sphinx
Hyles lineata

Observation date: June 09, 2020
Submitted by: ALegrand
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was found on Oenothera plant. Cool temperature (in the 60s), in full sun.
Status: Resident
Verified by: A_baldini
Verified date: June 10, 2020
Coordinator notes: This is the black-form caterpillar of the common White-lined Sphinx moth, Hyles lineata. Oenothera (evening-primrose) is one of its preferred host plants. Thanks for submitting your sighting!
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, Douglas County