#sphinx pinastri

[michaelnordeman]

Pine hawk-moth/tallsvärmare filmed in slow motion. 

[normanologys]

pine hawk-moth (sphinx pinastri)

– pine hawk-moths present with golden brown markings, with the females typically being more vibrant.

– they possess a wingspan of 70-89mm, classifying them as large moths.

– though they fly after dark, they can be found resting during the day.

– found in south & east britain, though spreading north. additionally, have been observed as common in continental europe.

pictures courtesy of didier descouens

[vampiremasochist]

Pine hawk moth Sphinx pinastri

[dendroica]

dennenpijlstaart (Sphinx pinastri) by Kirchroa on Flickr.