description Laurel Sphinx Overview
The Laurel Sphinx is a large hawkmoth in the family Sphingidae that occurs across North America. Adults are associated with distinctive yellow-banded hindwings, while the caterpillars feed primarily on plants in the laurel family. The species is of interest to observers of moths, native plants, and North American insect diversity.
help Laurel Sphinx FAQ
What does the Laurel Sphinx moth look like?
The Laurel Sphinx is a large hawkmoth in the family Sphingidae. Adults are associated with yellow-banded hindwings and a robust, streamlined body typical of many sphinx moths.
Where is the Laurel Sphinx found?
The Laurel Sphinx occurs across North America. Its range includes areas where host plants in the laurel family grow.
What do Laurel Sphinx caterpillars eat?
The caterpillars feed primarily on plants in the laurel family. This plant relationship is one of the useful clues for identifying the species in the field.
When can people see Laurel Sphinx moths?
Adults are generally encountered during the warmer months when sphinx moths are active. Like many hawkmoths, they are most likely to be noticed at night or around flowering plants after dark.
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