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I believe of the sphingidae family but unsure of the genus.
I have had this one and a Pandora sphinx moth show up on these flowers in my yard the last few nights. Very beautiful creatures.
Also called Carolina Sphinx, the six yellow/orange spots on the abdomen are a giveaway.
Nice image.
Spotted on Aug 27, 2011
Submitted on Aug 28, 2011
