Gabyae Hawk-moth
Common NameGabyae Hawk-moth
Scientific NameCallambulyx gabyae
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilySmerinthinae
Wingspan (mm)85
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgreen, cream, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeVietnam
Host PlantsUnknown (likely various trees and shrubs)
Flight PeriodLikely year-round in tropical habitats
Lifecycle NotesLike other Sphingidae, it undergoes complete metamorphosis; eggs are laid on host plants, larvae are large 'hornworms' often with a caudal horn, and pupation typically occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall green coloration with intricate, camouflaged patterns on the forewings, and the robust body typical of hawk-moths. The specific arrangement of dark and light green bands on the forewings is characteristic.
Description
A robust hawk-moth with a predominantly green body and forewings featuring a complex, cryptic pattern of dark green, olive, and pale cream patches, providing excellent camouflage.
