Nessus Sphinx
Amphion floridensis Clark, 1920
Family: Sphingidae
Status: Occasional resident
Range: Found throughout the United States east of the Rocky Mountains.
Larval Hostplant(s): Grape (Vitis) in our area.
NENHP Ranking: Not listed
Broods/Flight Times: Possibly double-brooded in our area
Habitat: Equally at home in urban and rural settings.
Avg. Wingspan: 1 1/2 – 2 1/4 Inches
Found at: Fontenelle Forest, Gilbert-Baker WMA, Niobrara Valley Preserve, Wildcat Hills SRA.
Overwintering: As pupae underground.
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🔗Links: Moth Photographers Group, BugGuide.net
