Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1424384

Carolina sphinx
Manduca sexta

Observation date: June 05, 2026
Date notes: Found injured early morning. Keeping it comfortable as it cannot fly and I am unable to find anyone willing to take it in to rehabilitate.
Submitted by: NaniiLoveEarth
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Unable to fly. Limited movement. Beautiful creature.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: June 06, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Riverside County