Hermit Sphinx
Lintneria eremitus (Hubner, [1823])
Family: Sphingidae
Status: Rare stray (resident?)
Larval Hostplant(s): Various Lamiaceae including Sage (Salvia), Mints (Mentha) and Beebalms (Monarda)
Range: This moth has been found south of Canada and north of the Gulf Coast states from the Atlantic coast west to Nebraska.
NENHP Ranking: Not listed
Broods/Flight Times: Double brooded in Texas.
Habitat: Sandy prairies with hostplants
Avg. Wingspan: 3 – 3 1/2 Inches
Found at:
Overwintering: As pupae in leaf litter or in the soil.
Similar Species:
Notes: This moth is rare throughout its range. It’s type locality is simply listed as “Kansas”.
🔗Links: Moth Photographers Group, BugGuide.net
