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This small-eyed sphinx moth recently emerged from the pupa stage! After emerging from the cocoon, moths crawl around to allow their wings to fully dry out before taking flight. | Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife
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The white-lined sphinx moth (Hyles lineata) is found across much of North America and is sometimes known as a "hummingbird moth" because of its large size and hovering flight. Diurnal populations of this moth prefer to nectar on brightly colored flowers (much like hummingbirds); nocturnal populations typically use pale or white flowers. Video: USFWS/Peter Pearsall Video contains no dialogue. | Desert National Wildlife Refuge
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