Sphingidae: Macroglossinae

1985 (ABH69.011) Oleander Hawk-moth Daphnis nerii, (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR06845

 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards

General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Doesn't overwinter in the UK.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 48-51mm.
Foodplant(s): Oleander (Nerium oleander), Lesser Periwinkle (Vinca minor)
Flying: One generation, August-October
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Uncommon/Rare

Habitat

Open places.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Huntingdonshire.


Uncommon/Rare
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
With lumps, bumps or horn(s)
Colours:
Green, yellow, blue, white, brown
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5