Sphinx drupiferarum

Smith, 1797
Wild Cherry Sphinx

Sort #: 1741 | P #: 890123 | MPG #: 7812 | PFG Page #: 260
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally
Larval substrate: Celtis (Hackberry), Comptonia peregrina* (Sweet Fern), Malus (Apple), Prunus (Cherry, Plum), Prunus maritima* (Beach Plum), Syringa (Lilac)
Phenology: Adult: 5/18 to 8/26 (60 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1833
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 120