Bedstraw Hawk-moth

Hyles vespertilio
Sphingidae
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Description

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

Information
Size
6–8 cm
Observation period
June to October
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Uncommon
Host plants
WillowherbBedstrawPurple loosestrife
Distribution

South-east France, Mediterranean Europe, preferring rocky slopes at mid to high altitude.

Notes

Mainly found in rocky, mountainous terrain in France.