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Moths

Silver-striped/Vine Hawk-moth (Hippotion celerio)

The Silver-striped/Vine Hawk-moth (Hippotion celerio) is a fast-flying, migratory moth belonging to the family Sphingidae. It is also commonly known as the vine hawk-moth due to its caterpillars' diet. The moth regularly migrates to southern Europe and is occasionally recorded in northern regions.

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