Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1301694

Achemon sphinx
Eumorpha achemon

Observation date: July 18, 2021
Submitted by: DJRose
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This was found on a white Calibrachoa flower in a hanging pot in my back yard. It was a hot afternoon, around 93 degrees. When I touched it, it did not fly, but simply moved to another branch.
Status: Resident
Verified by: J_Martineau
Verified date: July 22, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Wyoming, Niobrara County