Neogurelca himachala
Common NameNeogurelca himachala
Scientific NameNeogurelca himachala
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilyMacroglossinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, dark brown
HabitatForests, mountainous regions, sub-Himalayan areas
Geographic RangeHimalayan region, Southeast Asia, southern China
Host PlantsRubiaceae
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, typically March to November, potentially year-round in tropical areas
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; eggs are laid on host plants, larvae are typically green or brown with a caudal horn, pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter, and adults emerge after a pupal stage.
Identification TipsKey features include its relatively small size for a hawk-moth, the distinctive mottled brown and grey cryptic pattern on its forewings, and its robust, streamlined body typical of the Sphingidae family.
Description
A small to medium-sized hawk-moth characterized by its mottled brown and grey forewings, which provide excellent camouflage against tree bark or foliage. Its robust body is similarly colored, blending seamlessly with its surroundings.
