Elephant Hawk Moth

[tea_drinker77]

Comments

[eluneth]

I misread this as "elegant hawk moth," which also seems appropriate - such a lovely mix of warm red and brassy gold, and its wings are so cleanly shaped.

The first time I saw a hawk moth I mistook it for a small hummingbird, I remember! I'm very glad this guy was saved by someone with sharp eyes and a caring inclination.

[tea_drinker77]

I love hawk moths. She's got some lime hawks and one poplar hawk in the hatchery so let's hope they emerge soon.

[el_staplador]

What a gorgeous bug! Glad to see it wasn't too traumatised by the experience.

[tea_drinker77]

Yes, lucky save! She says she has some better pictures which I'll post here if she gets round to sending them to me.