Butterflies and Moths of North America

collecting and sharing data about Lepidoptera

  Sighting 607705

One-eyed sphinx
Smerinthus cerisyi

Observation date: June 10, 2011
Submitted by: eteschke
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: when touched, spread wings to show defence mechanism (eyes). Cold nights so seaked refuge under tarped shelter.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: August 20, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): British Columbia, Canada