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Sphinx libocedrus

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Incense Cedar Sphinx
Sphinx libocedrus, adult
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S. libocedrus
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Sphinx libocedrus
Henry Edwards, 1881


The Incense Cedar Sphinx (Sphinx libocedrus) is a member of the Sphingidae Family of moths. It ranges from west Texas to Southern California. The caterpillar of this species eats New Mexican forestiera (Forestiera neomexicana), a member of the olive family (Oleaceae).

Incense Cedar Sphinx Variation

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