Euchloron megaera


Euchloron megaera is a butterfly from the family arrows (Sphingidae). The scientific name of the species was published in 1758 by Carl Linnaeus. Features

The body and front wings have a bright green color. The color of the back wings varies from yellow to orange. The span is 7 to 12 cm. The caterpillar and its host plants

The host plants are Vitis vinifera (vine) and Parthenocissus (wild vine). The front segments contain large eyelids on the front to deter insecticidal birds. Distribution and habitat

This species occurs in the woods of Africa, sub-Saharan Africa.

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