In our hummingbird garden we plant Bee Balm and Phlox. These moths can fly fast (up to 30 miles per hour), so it can be difficult to capture the perfect picture.
I am quite friendly, humans can come close. I keep my long tongue curled under my head and uncurl it to take in the nectar. You might find me sharing a flower with a hummingbird. Unlike you, there are no territory fights. How I am Different from you, Dear Hummingbird! For us, this fact alone makes this creature enchanting. We all know how most moths show up at night when we turn on the lights. What surprised us about this moth is that it is active during the day. What a revelation to find it has antennae! 
Videoing these fast moving creatures is certainly challenging as you can see by my video here:Ī closer inspection reveals the true identity of this mystery creature that fascinates so many.
I am a beneficial pollinator of your garden. It can be found throughout Central America into the United States, Why else would it be named White-lined Sphinx If you aren't sure, just look at those interesting white lines The body is olive-green with reddish bands on the lower part This moth can be found in the United States and Canada as far north as the Yukon.Ģ) White-lined Sphinx (Hyles lineata) This moth with itsĭark brown wings and white stripes makes a splendid addition to any To add to its lovely appearance, the inner portion of its wings lack scales and are clear giving the moth its name. The wings are solid red or brownish with reddish veins. There are 2 usual suspects that are categorized as hummingbird moths:ġ) The Clearwing Moth (Scientic Name-Hemaris thysbe) The Clearwing moth is a beautiful insect. Also, we have the pleasure of viewing these moths, a creature that resembles a hummingbird in many ways. 
On summer evenings, my husband and I sit outside in front of our flower garden watching hummingbirds. Many mistake it for a hummingbird, it is that charming! The hummingbird moth is an enchanting insect.
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