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Snowberry Clearwing Moth (laying eggs)

Hemaris diffinis

Description:

This female Snowberry Clearwing moth is laying eggs on the native Coral Honeysuckle, Lonicera sempervirens. The eggs are laid singularly and a clear green.

Habitat:

Wildlife habitat with many native plants.

Notes:

The caterpillars will be bright green with a blue green stripe down their back. They will have the signature horned tail of the sphinx moths. The spiracles (breathing holes) will be ringed with black.

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1 Comment

Jakubko
Jakubko 11 months ago

You are right Gatorfellows; quite an amazing event to witness!

Denton, Texas, USA

Lat: 33.15, Long: -97.02

Spotted on Jun 19, 2012
Submitted on Jun 19, 2012

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