Sphinx Moths

Sphinx moths belong to the Sphingidae family of moths; there are about 250 of them in North America. They are large, powerful fliers, some of which are mistaken for hummingbirds or bumblebees when they hover near flowers to feed on their nectar. Their caterpillars are large and most often have a “horn” on their rear end.

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• TWIN-SPOTTED SPHINX
• HERMIT SPHINX
• Carolina Sphinx Moth
• Walnut Sphinx Moth
• Laurel Sphinx Moth
• Abbott’s Sphinx Moth
• Elm Sphinx Moth
• White-lined Sphinx Moth
• Waved Sphinx Moth
• Modest Sphinx Moth
• Blinded Sphinx Moth
• Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
• Snowberry Clearwing Moth
• Virginia Creeper Sphinx Moth
• Catalpa Sphinx Moth