Pandorus Sphinx
Eumorpha pandorus
Appears: Caterpillars are seen June through November. The moth can be seen at dusk from June through August.
Beneficial: These larvae eat leaves of the pepper vine, grape, and Virginia creeper. Because the caterpillar can grow quite large, they eat large amounts. The moth helps pollinate eating from flowers such as the petunia, bouncing betty, and white campion.
More Info:
Wingspan 82.5 - 114 mm