Oleander Hawk-moth (Daphnis nerii, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Doesn't overwinter in the UK.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 48-51mm.
Foodplant(s): Oleander (Nerium oleander), Lesser Periwinkle (Vinca minor)
Flying: One generation, August-October
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Unknown

Habitat

Open places.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

With lumps, bumps or horn(s)

Colours:

Green, yellow, blue, white, brown

No. of Proleg Pairs:

06845 Oleander Hawk-moth Daphnis nerii, (Linnaeus, 1758)

BF1985 (ABH69.011)