1970 Grass WaveMoth MenuMoth MenuIndex by Family1972 Convolvulus Hawk-moth

1971 Pink-spotted Hawk-moth (Agrius cingulata) (Fabricius, 1775) - (Sphingidae / Sphinginae)


Status: Import
Notes: Recorded infrequently as a result of accidental importation in shipments of produce, North America. Wingspan 84-104mm. Nocturnal; October. Frequents container ports, fruit and vegetable wholesalers and supermarkets. Larva - no evidence of breeding in the UK. Larva feeds on Sweet Potato and various fruits and vegetables, causing sufficient damage to be a serious pest in some areas.

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