Sphingidae: Macroglossinae

69.013 (BF1986) Spurge Hawk-moth Hyles euphorbiae, (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR06853

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Doesn't overwinter in the UK.

Forewing length: 28-31mm.
Foodplant(s): spurges (Euphorbia spp.), herbaceous plants
Flying: One generation, May-October
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Uncommon/Rare

Habitat

Open, sunny places.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Bedstraw Hawk-moth Hyles galii
Striped Hawk-moth Hyles livornica
Silver-striped Hawk-moth Hippotion celerio

Uncommon/Rare
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
With lumps, bumps or horn(s)
Colours:
Black, red, yellow, white
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5