Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1375209

Pink-spotted hawkmoth
Agrius cingulata

Observation date: December 20, 2023
Date notes: Caught and released a large pink spotted hawk moth at Matter Academy Bay in Cutler Bay, FL. (Miami Dade County) Date: 12/20/2023
Submitted by: Animal Whisperer
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Fluttering its wings the entire time from catch to release. We had to catch and release it due to other children wanting to step on it on school grounds. Moth was found on the floor fluttering its wings.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: December 20, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Miami-Dade County