Oak Hawk-moth
Marumba quercus
Uncommon
Description
Green caterpillar with yellow lateral stripes. Large and robust, well camouflaged on oak foliage.
Information
| Family | Sphingidae |
|---|---|
| Size | 8–11 cm |
| Hairiness | glabre |
| Observation period | July to October |
| Distribution | Mainly southern Europe. In France, restricted to Mediterranean regions. |
| Toxicity | No |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
Host plants
- Oak
Notes
Thermophilic species, localised in southern France.