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An Exceptional Guest

This year’s 4th of July holiday included a welcome extra day off, giving me time for a few garden “chores”.  I just replaced a blade on one of my Felco pruners and was testing them out on the coral honeysuckle that grows around my rain tank.  An odd leaf attracted my attention … do you see it?
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It’s a Eumorpha pandorus, also known as a Pandora Sphinx moth or camouflage moth.  Here’s a peek at the underside, too.
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In my garden, 2010’s been a great year for Lepidoptera, especially giant swallowtails.  But this?!!  WOW.  I have no idea where it came from or how I happened to see it, but it was certainly an honored guest.   
Anyone see these regularly in their garden or know their migration route? 

Comments

vbdb said…
A face only an entomologist could love? Thanks, Wizzie, for understanding.
July 7, 2010 at 2:11 PM
Bob said…
I don't think they migrate but I could be wrong. I have a lot more fish if you need any. And I have your trellis as well. Are you coming to the next Go go? I will bring it if you are.
July 13, 2010 at 10:24 PM
vbdb said…
I'd love more fish, but my partner in ponds is certain we have enough. We also have a tiny new frog, as well as the old one who's been with us for 3 years (?) now.

Probably need to make a trip out your way to pick up the trellis. Wanted to ask you about the possibility of making a small gate, too.
July 14, 2010 at 10:23 AM
LindaCTG said…
Wow, thanks for posting this! I'll keep an eye out in my garden. I'm seeing insects that have never been here before.
July 18, 2010 at 11:07 AM
Anonymous said…
That is so cool. I've never seen one in my garden. Thanks for bringing it/her? to our attention.~~Dee
July 22, 2010 at 11:39 AM
vbdb said…
Dee, you're so welcome. Thanks for dropping by.
July 22, 2010 at 6:07 PM
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