White-lined Sphinx Caterpillar

Found across North and Central America in diverse environments including deserts, gardens, meadows, and agricultural fields.

Caterpillars are generalist feeders on plants such as evening primrose, willowherb, and fuchsia (shown in image). Adults nectar on flowers.

Features a prominent 'horn' at the rear and distinctive eyespots. They are often active during both day and night/dusk (crepuscular). They burrow into the soil to pupate.

Generally harmless to humans; they do not sting despite the 'horn'. They are beneficial pollinators as adult moths (resembling hummingbirds), though large numbers of larvae can occasionally damage garden foliage.