Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 686684

Pink-spotted hawkmoth
Agrius cingulata

Observation date: October 13, 2011
Submitted by: mnrra
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sitting out in the street not moving - chilly (high 50's), overcast day. Moth is about 2.5 inches long. Photos taken with cell phone - not the greatest quality.
Status: Stray
Verified by: Tom Middagh
Verified date: October 14, 2011
Coordinator notes: Rare sphinx for MN. Good Find!
Checklist region(s): Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States