Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1379244

Fig sphinx
Pachylia ficus

Observation date: May 10, 2024
Submitted by: halfiron
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I found this Fig Sphinx in front of the door at work. I didn't want to harm it, so I pulled open the door slowly. After gently bumping the Sphinx, it began fluttering its wings in place for a few minutes... then it flew off to the great big world. Weather: Calm, Sunny, and 26C
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: May 10, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Pinellas County