Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1319694

White-lined Sphinx
Hyles lineata

Observation date: August 09, 2021
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Large moths nectaring from flowers of climbing milkweed vines that are draped over tamarisk trees and spiny chloracantha plants growing on the bank of the Rio Grande. The morning was warm, breezy, and under full sunshine.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: August 21, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico