Sphinx drupiferarum

J.E. Smith, 1797
Wild Cherry Sphinx

Sort #: 1670 | P3 #: 890123 | MPG #: 7812 | PFG Page #: 260
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally
Larval substrate: Prunus (Cherry, Plum), Prunus maritima* (Beach Plum), Syringa (Lilac), Celtis (Hackberry), Malus (Apple)
Phenology: Adult: 5/18 to 8/26 (48 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, fairly common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1833
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 97