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1985 Oleander Hawk-moth (Daphnis nerii) (Linnaeus, 1758) - (Sphingidae / Macroglossinae)


Status: Migrant
Notes: Rare immigrant, southern Europe, appearing as a migrant on the south coast of Britain. Wingspan 80-120mm. Nocturnal; August to October. Frequents scrub and hillsides. Larva - no evidence of breeding in the UK. Larva feeds on Oleander and Lesser Periwinkle.

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