Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 739121

Hermit sphinx
Lintneria eremitus

Observation date: August 26, 2012
Submitted by: kimgoggin
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was discovered on the stem of salvia in a flower garden in Duxbury, Massachusetts. It was motionless, except for relfex when touched. It was 80 degrees, sunny, humid.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 27, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.