Striped Green Hawkmoth
Common NameStriped Green Hawkmoth
Scientific NameDaphnis hypothous
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilyMacroglossinae
Wingspan (mm)90
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsgreen, brown, tan
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, parts of East Asia
Host PlantsUncaria, Cinchona, Alstonia, Hoya, Arum, Ixora, Wendlandia, Psychotria
Flight PeriodMultiple broods throughout the year in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants. Larvae are typically green or brown with prominent eyespots, eventually pupating in a loose cocoon in leaf litter or shallow soil.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive diagonal olive-green and brown stripes on the forewings and the broad green dorsal stripe running along the thorax and abdomen.
Description
A large hawkmoth characterized by its striking olive-green and brown striped pattern across the forewings and body, often with a paler tan band.
