Nessus Sphinx Moth (Sphingidae Macroglossinae Theretra nessus - Drury, 1773)

Several specimens were attracted to MUV light at the Kadoorie Farm on September 16, 2001.  Several others were attracted to MUV light at Victoria Peak, Hong Kong SAR on November 4, 2001.


A Victoria Peak specimen emphasizing the bright green coloring on its back.
(It's sitting on the back of my hand.)

The moth in rest position.



Top and Underside views of moth;
Wingspan is about 8.6 cm / 3.4 inch.

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