Triangular-spotted Sphinx
Common NameTriangular-spotted Sphinx
Scientific NameEumorpha triangulum
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilyMacroglossinae
Wingspan (mm)100
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas, gardens
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America, occasionally straying into southern North America (e.g., Texas, Florida)
Host PlantsVitis, Cissus, Ampelopsis, Philodendron
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; April to October in northern parts of its range
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically green or brown with a caudal horn, feeding on host plants before pupating in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the prominent dark triangular markings on the forewings, particularly the one near the costa, and the overall mottled brown and grey coloration.
Description
A large, robust hawk moth with a cryptic pattern of mottled browns and greys, featuring distinct dark triangular markings on the forewings.
