description Elm sphinx moth Overview
The elm sphinx moth, Ceratomia amyntor, is a North American moth in the hawk moth family Sphingidae. Its caterpillars feed on elm and several other deciduous trees and can be recognized by four conspicuous hornlike projections near the front of the body, in addition to the rear horn typical of many sphinx moth larvae. Adults are large, gray-brown moths with patterned wings and the streamlined body shape characteristic of hawk moths.
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What is the scientific name of the elm sphinx moth?
The elm sphinx moth is Ceratomia amyntor. It belongs to the hawk moth family Sphingidae.
Where is the elm sphinx moth found?
Ceratomia amyntor is a North American moth. Its caterpillars feed on elm and several other deciduous trees.
How can you identify an elm sphinx moth caterpillar?
The caterpillar has four conspicuous hornlike projections near the front of its body. It also has a rear horn, a feature common among many sphinx moth larvae.
What do elm sphinx moth caterpillars eat?
They feed on elm trees as well as other deciduous trees. The species is therefore associated with leafy tree habitats rather than only grassland or garden plants.
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