description Obscure sphinx moth Overview
The obscure sphinx moth, Erinnyis obscura, is a hawk moth in the family Sphingidae. It occurs in tropical and subtropical parts of the Americas, including the Caribbean and regions of South America. Its caterpillars feed on plants in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, a plant association shared by several species in the genus Erinnyis. Like other sphinx moths, it is part of a group known for strong flight and elongated, hovering feeding behavior in the adult stage.
help Obscure sphinx moth FAQ
What is the scientific name of the obscure sphinx moth?
The obscure sphinx moth is Erinnyis obscura. It belongs to the hawk-moth family Sphingidae.
Where does the obscure sphinx moth live?
Erinnyis obscura occurs in tropical and subtropical parts of the Americas. Its range includes the Caribbean and regions of South America.
What do obscure sphinx moth caterpillars eat?
The caterpillars feed on plants in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae. Their host-plant association helps explain where the species can establish its larval stages.
Is the obscure sphinx moth a butterfly?
No. It is a moth in the family Sphingidae, a group commonly called hawk moths or sphinx moths. Its biology and adult appearance therefore belong to moths rather than butterflies.
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