Erinnyis ello

(Linnaeus, 1758)
Ello Sphinx

Sort #: 1753 | P #: 890154 | MPG #: 7834
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally
Larval substrate: Members of the Caricaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Myrtaceae, Sapotaceae
Phenology: Adult: 6/30 to 9/12 (4 records)

Comment: Stray, common in the Neotropical region. A caterpillar has been found on a plant brought from Florida and it is possible that all examples found in Massachusetts have been 'helped' in some way.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, very rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1934
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Nantucket
Number of Records: 7