White-lined sphinx moth

Open habitats including gardens, fields, deserts, and woodland edges; often rests on walls or other surfaces.

Adults feed on nectar, often while hovering; caterpillars eat leaves of many plants, including evening primrose and grape.

Strong, fast-flying moth, active at dusk and night; adults are attracted to lights. Caterpillars may wander before pupating in soil.

Harmless to people and an effective pollinator. Caterpillars can occasionally defoliate plants, but serious garden damage is uncommon.