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White-lined Sphinx Moth

Hyles lineata

Description:

Large moth - about 2 - 3 inches.

Habitat:

Resting at the base of dried grass in an old field.

Notes:

When in flight, they appear to be a hummingbird due to the motion of their wings and the ability to hover in the air.

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1 Comment

Debbie Stewart
Debbie Stewart 10 years ago

Beautiful!

TylerGraden
Spotted by
TylerGraden

Delaware, USA

Spotted on May 21, 2013
Submitted on May 21, 2013

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