This hawk moth boasts a robust size. Some hawk moths are even occasionally mistaken for small birds. In general, hawk moths are fast fliers and nocturnal. The Pandorus Sphinx Moth has a camouflage-like pattern with army green colors and earthy undertones. The rotund abdomen has a dark green band followed by a bright white band just after the head and thorax area. The rest of the abdomen is a lighter shade of muted green. The head and thorax are mostly cream colored with a dark green stripe running down the middle. The sides of the thorax are dark green. Forewings are narrow and aerodynamic, quite unlike the wide feathery wings seen in many other moths.
Caterpillars of this moth are either green or a bright orange-red color with 6 white spots on the sides of their body. The first spot is much smaller than the other five. A single black eyespot sits near the rear. The green head of the caterpillar tucks into the body when threatened in order to hide it from predators. It can possibly survive an attack on its rear, but it's game over if the caterpillar loses its head. It can be found eating grapes and grapevines as well as the leaves of Virginia creeper, a native vine.
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General Characteristics Capability, Shape, Texture/Pattern, Benefits, Dangers
* MAP NOTES: The territorial heat map above showcases (in red) the states and territories of North America where the Pandorus Sphinx Moth may be found (but is not limited to). This sort of data is useful when attempting to see concentrations of particular species across the continent as well as revealing possible migratory patterns over a species' given lifespan. Some insects are naturally confined by environment, weather, mating habits, food resources and the like while others see widespread expansion across most, or all, of North America. States/Territories shown above are a general indicator of areas inhabited by the Pandorus Sphinx Moth. Insects generally go where they please, typically driven by diet, environmental changes, and / or mating habits.
Colors: brown; tan; white; pink; yellow; green; olive; gray 
