Joe Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 I spotted this big Caterpillar eating the leaves one of those plants that can grow in just about any conditions - even through Tarmac - here on Gran Canaria. I`d be grateful for help with identification. Thanks Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnB Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 Privet Hawk Moth I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted January 18, 2016 Author Share Posted January 18, 2016 Thanks, John. If the Alamy image DHC8CY is correctly captioned, also looks very similar to death's-head Hawk moth (Acherontia atropos). Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 It's a privet hawk moth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted January 18, 2016 Author Share Posted January 18, 2016 Thanks, Geoff. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 Thanks, John. If the Alamy image DHC8CY is correctly captioned, also looks very similar to death's-head Hawk moth (Acherontia atropos). Joe Yes they do sometimes but Deaths heads have small spots on back. Privets are great fun to raise from eggs although their appetite can keep one busy. They can get VERY big!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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