Hannibal Sphinx (Manduca hannibal) (Cramer, 1779) |
Synonyms: Sphinx hannibal, Protoparce hannibal |
Manduca hannibal is widely distributed in the Neotropics, from Mexico to north-eastern Argentina. The wingspan is 99-114 mm. The hindwing has a whitish band and a large whitish patch within the black central band at the posterior corner on the upperside. The larva feeds on Aegiphila spp. (Lamiaceae).
D37298 Hannibal Sphinx (Manduca hannibal) Reserva Ecológica de Guapiaçu Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Copyright © Michael Patrikeev All Rights Reserved |