Smerinthus Collection

Eyed hawkmoth, Smerinthus occellatus, and white satin moth, Leucoma salicis, feeding on willow leaves
FLO4638960 Eyed hawkmoth, Smerinthus occellatus, and white satin moth, Leucoma salicis, feeding on willow leaves. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Moses Harris from "The

Poplar hawk-moth, Laothoe populi, small magpie likeness moth, Margaritia verticalis, grey scalloped bar moth
FLO4638824 Poplar hawk-moth, Laothoe populi, small magpie likeness moth, Margaritia verticalis, grey scalloped bar moth, Dyscia fagaria, shaded broad bar, Scotopteryx chenopodiata

Lime hawk-moth, Mimas tillae, and common vapourer moth or rusty tussock, Orgyia antiqua, on lime leaves
FLO4638702 Lime hawk-moth, Mimas tillae, and common vapourer moth or rusty tussock, Orgyia antiqua, on lime leaves, Tillia europaea

Cinnabar moth, Tyria jacobaeae, cream spot tiger moth, Epicallia villica, and eyed hawkmoth, Smerinthus ocellatus
FLO4638916 Cinnabar moth, Tyria jacobaeae, cream spot tiger moth, Epicallia villica, and eyed hawkmoth, Smerinthus ocellatus, on a ragwort plant, Jacobaea vulgaris

Lime hawkmoth, eyed hawkmoth, and poplar hawkmoth
Lime hawkmoth, Mimas tiliae, eyed hawkmoth, Smerinthus ocellatus, and poplar hawkmoth, Laothoe populi. Handcoloured steel engraving by the Pauquet brothers after an illustration by Alexis Nicolas

Fig sphinx, huckleberry sphinx and pawpaw sphinx moths
Fig sphinx moth, Pachylia ficus 1, huckleberry sphinx, Paonias astylus 2, and pawpaw sphinx, Dolba hyloeus 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Giant sphinx and twin-spotted sphinx moths
Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus Sphinx antaeus 1, and twin-spotted sphinx, Smerinthus jamaicensis 2, 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Centaury, Centaurium erythraea with eyed sphinx
Le Chiron ou la petite Centauree d Afrique. Centaury, Centaurium erythraea with eyed sphinx moth; Smerinthus cerisyi. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee

Deaths head and eyed hawk-moths
Deaths head hawk-moth, Acherontia atropos 1, and eyed hawk-moth, Smerinthus ocellatus 2, moth, caterpillar and pupa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur

Eyed hawkmoth, Smerinthus ocellatus, larva and pupa on an apple branch. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Jacob l Admiral in Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen

Curtis British Entomology Plate 482
Lepidoptera: Smerinthus ocellatus = Smerinthus ocellata (Eyed Hawk) Date: 1824-39

Eyed hawk-moth or ocellated sphinx: pupa, caterpillar and moth, Smerinthus ocellata.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800

Illustration of hairy leg of Eyed Hawk-Moth (Smerinthus ocellata)

Picture No. 10901290
Eyed Hawkmoth (Smerinthus ocellata) Date:

Eyed Hawk-Moth (Smerinthus ocellata) standing on twig

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The Smerinthus, also known as the Lime hawkmoth, Eyed hawkmoth, and Poplar hawkmoth, is a fascinating creature that belongs to the family Sphingidae. This group includes other intriguing species such as the Fig sphinx, Huckleberry sphinx, and Pawpaw sphinx moths. Among these magnificent creatures are also the Giant sphinx and Twin-spotted sphinx moths. Their large size and intricate patterns make them a sight to behold in nature's tapestry. One captivating interaction occurs between the Centaury plant (Centaurium erythraea) and the Eyed Sphinx moth. The plant's vibrant blooms attract this beautiful creature with its mesmerizing eye-like markings. Another notable member of this family is the Deaths head moth. Its skull-shaped pattern on its thorax has earned it a reputation for being eerie yet enchanting. Alongside it is its cousin, the Eyed hawk-moth (Smerinthus ocellatus), which showcases stunning eye-shaped spots on its wings. In Curtis British Entomology Plate 482, we can admire an exquisite illustration capturing every intricate detail of these marvelous creatures' anatomy. From their delicate pupae to their striking caterpillars adorned with vibrant colors and unique patterns - they truly are works of art created by Mother Nature herself. An additional illustration focuses on one specific feature: a hairy leg of an Eyed Hawk-Moth (Smerinthus ocellata). This close-up view allows us to appreciate even the smallest details that contribute to their remarkable beauty. Picture No. 10901290 portrays an extraordinary moment where an Eyed Hawk-Moth stands gracefully upon a twig. Its elegant posture highlights both strength and delicacy simultaneously - a true testament to nature's ability to create harmonious balance. The world of Sphingidae holds endless wonders waiting to be discovered through observation or study.