Mating Lime Hawkmoths (1 Viewer)

Hi

Just wondered if it is unusual to find a pair of lime hawkmoths mating. The female was catch on Tuesday night by one of my cats. We put her back out and last night she was back in our porch and I put her out on the winter jasmine. Tonight she is still there and she has company.

Have some photos, will try and load some tomorrow.

Regards
Paula

Hi Paula
Welcome to BF and well done on finding Lime Hawk-moths, they are beautiful creatures.
It is now the main flight period for Lime Hawks and the adults will of course be focused on ensuring a new generation appears next year!
Females release pheromones - known as 'calling' - which the males detect with their highly sensitive antennae, of which they have two so that direction can be established.
Look forward to seeing your photos.
Best regards, Rob