Willowherb Hawk-moth
Hyles hippophaes
Rare
Description
Green caterpillar speckled with white. White lateral bands. Orange caudal horn.
Information
| Family | Sphingidae |
|---|---|
| Size | 6–8 cm |
| Hairiness | glabre |
| Observation period | July to September |
| Distribution | Southern Europe, localised. In France, mainly in coastal dune areas. |
| Toxicity | No |
| Rarity | Rare |
Host plants
- Sea buckthorn
Notes
Rare and localised species, linked to sea buckthorn habitats on dunes and riverbanks.