Pandorus Sphinx Moth Caterpillar – Identification
Q: Any idea what this is? (The caterpillar, not the quarter ;o)
A: It’s a pandorus sphinx moth caterpillar. I’ve never seen one before.
I suspected it was a sphinx moth due to the body shape and the prominent spots.
A quick scan through Caterpillars of Eastern North America (click to buy)
The adult moth is large: 3″ – 4″ wingspan. Its wing and body color reminds me of army camouflage in brown, olive and light pink.
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