Catalpa Sphinx
Ceratomia catalpae F. Sphingidae
Host plant: Found on northern catalpa (Catalpa speciosa)
Date found: 17, Aug, 2024
Location Found: Schoolcraft Prairie, Washington County, MO
2024 Caterpillar Season – Catalpa Sphinx
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