The only big moth I've seen here in my area is the hummingbird moth, but all the pics I find show a green larvae. Bug Files doesn't have pics of all the types so I can't compare. If anybody can identify this guy they are welcome to use the pic in the Bug Files forum.
Likely Hyles lineata (white-lined sphinx moth. Caterpillars of this species can vary wildly in color patterns. See http://www.whatsthatbug.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/hyles_lineata_cat_arizona.jpg for an example.
That's the one! Thank you. So I can just go to bug files and attach this pic?
You'll have to check with admin....
Well, at least it's 'in the web' now. Thanks again!
no, you can go to bugfiles and attach. they then review the picture and either okay it or not.
Thanks trackinsand.
