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Pink-Spotted Hawkmoth

Agrius Cingulata

Description:

At least 3.5" long, maybe 4". It never opened its wings, so no idea on wingspan. Bright pink spots running down both sides under its wings.

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2 Comments

willsmith51892
willsmith51892 11 years ago

I touched the tip of one of his legs, and he grabbed me! It kind of surprised me, usually they are timid. Not this one.

BradfordW.Bebb
BradfordW.Bebb 11 years ago

it looks like i spider from the front. very beautiful. nice catch.

willsmith51892
Spotted by
willsmith51892

Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, USA

Spotted on Sep 18, 2012
Submitted on Sep 19, 2012

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