Pine Hawk-moth (Sphinx pinastri (=Hyloicus), Linnaeus, 1758)

General Information
Pupates in leaf litter or loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 35-41mm.
Foodplant(s): Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris), coniferous trees
Flying: One generation, May-early August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Coniferous woodland and wooded heathland.