White-lined Sphinx Moth

Widely distributed across North and Central America in environments ranging from deserts to gardens, meadows, and forests.

Adults feed on nectar from various flowers including columbine and evening primrose; larvae (caterpillars) feed on a variety of plants including willowweed, four o'clocks, and grapevines.

Often fly during dusk and dawn (crepuscular) but can be active during the day; they are known for hovering like hummingbirds while feeding. They undergo a complete metamorphosis with subterranean pupation.

Benefits the ecosystem as an important nocturnal pollinator. They pose no significant risk to humans, though high populations of larvae may occasionally damage garden foliage.