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Sphingidae
Sphingidae Live
Moths of Iowa
Sphingidae
Macroglossinae
7894 Hyles lineata
White-lined Sphinx Moth
Life History:
Identification - FW dark olive brown with aan even pale tan stripe extending from base to apex; white streaks cover veins. HW blac with a pink median band.
Flight times: April to October
Wing Span: Wingspan 63 - 90mm.
Caterpillar Host Plants: Apple trees, four o'clocks, willow-herbs, evening primrose and other plants
Habitat: Various