Leafy Spurge Hawk Moth
Hyles euphorbiae (Linnaeus, 1758)
Family: Sphingidae
Status: Uncommon resident
Range: Found across the northern United States and southern Canada with Nebraska being near the southern edge of its range.
Larval Hostplant(s): Various spurges – native, invasive and ornamental.
NENHP Ranking: Not listed
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Habitat:
Avg. Wingspan: 2 1/2 – 3 Inches
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Overwintering: As pupae.
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