sphingid (Meaning)

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sphingid (n)

any of various moths with long narrow forewings capable of powerful flight and hovering over flowers to feed

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any of various moths with long narrow forewings capable of powerful flight and hovering over flowers to feed

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The hummingbird hawk moth is a sphingid moth known for its swift flight and resemblance to hummingbirds.

Sphingid moths are characterized by their robust bodies, narrow wings, and long, tapered proboscises.

The oleander hawk moth is a widespread sphingid that feeds on the poisonous oleander plant.

Sphingid larvae, known as hornworms, are typically large and green, with a distinctive horn on their posterior end.