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Amphion floridensis
The Nessus Sphinx (Amphion floridensis) is a day-flying moth of the Sphingidae family. It lives throughout the eastern United States and Canada and occasionally down into Mexico, and is one of the more commonly-encountered day-flying moths in the region, easily recognized by the two bright yellow bands across the abdomen. The wingspan is 37-55 mm.[2] Adults are on wing Aprilto July in one generation in the north and in two generations in the south.[3] The adults feed on the nectar of various flowers, including Syringa vulgaris, Geranium robertianum, Kolkwitzia amabilis, Philadelphus coronarius, and Phlox. The larvae feed on Vitis, Ampelopsis and Capsicum species Contents [hide]
no problem, I will be glad to, but will have to wait until tonight, Thanks to everyone who always helps me with the IDs
In this case, I apologize you have to redo your excellent and detailed notes on your spotting...
ok so I need to change the id on it? no problem, I only went with the original ID given to me , I seldom will make the initial ID on anything I post, leaving it to you guys the experts
Thanks
Macroglossum is an Eurasian species and not found in the US. I only know Amphion floridensis with these typical 2 white stripes and spots. It is a also a small Spingidae.
The second photo is great (you might consider moving it to the first position).
Spotted on Feb 10, 2012
Submitted on Feb 12, 2012
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