Pine hawk-moth facts for kids
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The Pine Hawk-moth (Sphinx pinastri) is a moth of the family Sphingidae. It is found in Palearctic ecozone and sometimes the Nearctic ecozone. This species has been found in Scotland but is usually found in England.
The larvae feed on Scots Pine, Swiss Pine, Siberian Pine and Norway Spruce.
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Description
Sphinx pinastri's wings are gray with black dashes. The wingspan is 2 3/4 - 3 1/2 inches (7–9 mm). The moth flies from April to August depending on the location.
The back of the thorax is grey with two dark bands around both sides.
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Caterpillar
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Sphinx pinastri ♀
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Life
The females lay their eggs in groups of 2 or 3 along pine or spruce needles.
Images for kids
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Adult caterpillar
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Caterpillar
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Male
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Male underside
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Female
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Female underside
See also
In Spanish: Esfinge del pino para niños
