Capronnier's Sphinx
Common NameCapronnier's Sphinx
Scientific NameEumorpha capronnieri
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilyMacroglossinae
Wingspan (mm)105
Primary Colorsgreen, brown, yellow
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (e.g., Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, Peru, Bolivia)
Host PlantsVitis, Cissus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically green or brown with eyespots, feeding on plants in the grape family (Vitaceae) before pupating in the soil. Multiple generations occur annually in warmer climates.
Identification TipsKey features include the prominent bright yellow triangular patches on the dorsal abdomen, the complex olive-green and tan patterns on the forewings, and the overall robust hawk-moth body shape.
Description
A large hawk-moth with a robust, pointed body and broad wings, displaying a striking pattern of olive-green, tan, and bright yellow patches across its dorsal surface.
