description Galium Sphinx Overview
The Galium sphinx, Hyles gallii, is a hawk moth in the family Sphingidae with a broad range across parts of North America, Europe, and Asia. Adults have streamlined bodies and long forewings marked with pale longitudinal bands, while the caterpillars can occur in green or dark color forms and bear a rear horn typical of sphingid larvae. The larvae feed on bedstraws in the genus Galium and also use several other herbaceous host plants, so their diet is not limited exclusively to bedstraw.
help Galium Sphinx FAQ
What is the Galium sphinx?
The Galium sphinx is the hawk moth Hyles gallii. It belongs to the family Sphingidae and has a broad range across parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.
How can you identify an adult Galium sphinx?
Adults have streamlined bodies and long forewings with pale longitudinal bands. Their fast, powerful flight is typical of hawk moths.
What colors can Galium sphinx caterpillars have?
The caterpillars can occur in green or dark color forms. This variation means that body color alone is not enough for a reliable identification.
Why is the Galium sphinx called a hawk moth?
It is a member of the hawk moth family Sphingidae, whose adults are known for strong flight and streamlined bodies. Hyles gallii also has the long forewings and hovering behavior associated with that group.
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