Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1132070

Snowberry Clearwing
Hemaris diffinis

Observation date: July 30, 2017
Date notes: Late July 30th, 2017
Submitted by: Naz
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Hummingbird hawk-moth....I will like to know if this tiny flying jewel is called Hummingbird hawk-moth or hummingbird insect. I have been waiting for a while to observe this little fellow, finally, is paying off cause Patience is a virtue
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: March 17, 2021
Coordinator notes: Definitely a moth, and a fascinating one.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Quebec