Hummingbird moth

PHOTO BY: MATT BARTMANN

Often mistaken for a hummingbird, the white-lined sphinx moth is often seen enjoying nectar from the same flowers as hummers, such as these nasturtiums. These moths are active both day and night, and you may see one resting under your porch light in the morning.

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