Bedstraw Hawk-moth

Hyles vespertilio

Uncommon
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Description

Young caterpillar green, then grey-brown with pale longitudinal bands, finally large white spots.

Information

FamilySphingidae
Size6–8 cm
Hairinessglabre
Observation periodJune to October
DistributionSouth-east France, Mediterranean Europe, preferring rocky slopes at mid to high altitude.
ToxicityNo
RarityUncommon

Host plants

  • Willowherb
  • Bedstraw
  • Purple loosestrife

Notes

Mainly found in rocky, mountainous terrain in France.

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