Striped Hawkmoth
Common NameStriped Hawkmoth
Scientific NameHyles livornica
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilyMacroglossinae
Wingspan (mm)75
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, pink, black
HabitatOpen habitats, grasslands, scrubland, gardens, agricultural areas
Geographic RangeWidespread across Europe, Africa, and Asia (Palearctic, Afrotropical, and Oriental regions), often migratory to temperate zones.
Host PlantsGalium, Euphorbia, Vitis, Rumex, Epilobium
Flight PeriodApril to October (multiple broods, varies by region)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plants. Larvae are typically green or black with yellow spots and a prominent horn at the rear, feeding voraciously before pupating in a cocoon just below the soil surface.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive cream-colored diagonal stripe on the brown forewings and the bright pink band on the black hindwings, which is visible when the moth is at rest or in flight.
Description
This medium-sized hawkmoth features striking brown forewings with a prominent cream-colored stripe running diagonally from the base to the apex. Its hindwings are predominantly black with a broad, vibrant pink band.
