Unexpected influx of striped hawkmoths hits southern England

Favourable winds that swept in the superstar of the moth world have also brought painted ladiesHawkmoths are the plump-bodied superstars of the moth world, and the last two weeks have seen a notable invasion by one migratory species.The striped hawkmoth is pale greeny-brown, with vivid pink underwings and pale stripes over its luxuriantly furred body and wings. Continue reading...