Unidentified Hawk-moth
Common NameUnidentified Hawk-moth
Scientific NameFamily Sphingidae
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilyNot applicable
Wingspan (mm)125
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, black, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, gardens
Geographic RangeSouth America (specifically Surinam as depicted)
Host PlantsJasmine (as depicted), various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants. Larvae are large, often horned, and feed on leaves. They typically pupate in the soil or leaf litter, often with a prominent proboscis case, before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsCharacterized by a robust body, relatively narrow forewings often with cryptic patterns, and a distinct circular marking on the hindwing as depicted. The caterpillars are typically large and horned, and pupae feature a prominent proboscis case.
Description
A large, robust moth with mottled forewings and a distinct circular marking or eyespot on the hindwing, depicted resting on a jasmine plant. Its caterpillar is large, spiky, and horned, and its pupa has a prominent proboscis case.
