Found this in the front garden a few weeks ago. Wondered if it could be related to the caterpillar that I asked about earlier today that I found in the backyard. Do you know what it is? Sorry for the bad pic. Can't take a good pic with this new camera to save my life.
i had one like that a couple of years ago. i think i have it on a thread here somewhere. let me look.
here's the thread. do they look alike? i need to compare the two. http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/550118/
This message was edited Jul 21, 2009 7:40 PM
well, i don't think they're the same at all. phooey.
This message was edited Jul 21, 2009 7:44 PM
This Melipotis indomita moth is found in Texas, but there are a few very simlar moths, so I'm not sure.
http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=8600
This picture of a Melipotis on pbase looks just like your moth:
http://www.pbase.com/wingsandthings/image/31684909
It sure does look exactly like it! Thanks!
Tracks, your sphinx moth was GORGEOUS! Dead though huh -- too bad but at least you know they are around.
yeah, i found it dead...i hate that but at least i learned something.
