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Sphinx Moth
Stanley Jones

Sphinx Moth (Adhemarius tigrina)

Sphinx Moth (Adhemarius tigrina: Sphingidae) Wingspan 5.7-6.3 cm (2.2-2.5 in).
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Habitat
Eastern-slope of the Andes in the foothills at 1,398 m (4,587 ft) elevation.
Location
Cock of the Rock Lodge, northeast of Challabamba, Parque Nacional del Manu, Madre de Dios Department, Per.
Date taken
September 2018
Scientific name
Adhemarius tigrina
Equipment used
Canon
delia todd
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He sat beautifully for you on that shrub, didn't he!!!

A super picture you've taken of this moth Stanley; very well done lad.
 
KC Foggin
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A gorgeous top view of this Moth Stanley and beautifully captured guy!
 
Kits
Such an interesting moth, Stanley; he's big, isn't he?
 

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