Privet Hawk Moth
lifepollinaction2024-10-10T16:14:54+02:00Privet Hawk Moth A winged sphinx... The Privet Hawk Moth (Sphinx ligustri) is a beautiful moth belonging to the Sphingidae family. The forewings are grayish-brown, while the hindwings display a pinkish color with black stripes. Black and reddish stripes also alternate on its abdomen. As its name suggests, its caterpillar lives on privet , but it can also be found on olive trees and other plants. These moths love warm, bushy environments. They are active after dusk , while during the day, they remain hidden among the foliage. In autumn, the caterpillars burrow into the soil, where they create small [...]