Sphinx kalmiae

J.E. Smith, 1797
Laurel Sphinx

Sort #: 1666 | P3 #: 890118 | MPG #: 7809 | PFG Page #: 260
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally
Larval substrate: Kalmia angustifolia (Sheep Laurel), Kalmia latifolia (Mountain Laurel), Fraxinus americana* (White Ash), Fraxinus nigra (Black Ash), Syringa (Lilac), Chionanthus virginicus (White Fringe-tree), Ilex glabra (Inkberry), Populus (Poplar), Prunus maritima (Beach Plum)
Phenology: Adult: 5/17 to 8/29 (146 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very 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, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 213