Privet Hawk-moth
Sphinx ligustri
Uncommon
Description
The caterpillar of the Privet Hawk-moth is a large species, easily recognised by its bright green body marked with seven oblique white‑violet lateral stripes. At the tip of the abdomen it carries a dark or violet‑black tail horn, typical of the Sphingidae.
Information
| Family | Sphingidae |
|---|---|
| Size | 8–10 cm |
| Hairiness | glabre |
| Observation period | June to September |
| Distribution | Throughout Europe, common in gardens and hedgerows. |
| Toxicity | No |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
Host plants
- Privet
- Ash
- Lilac
- Forsythia