Catalpa Sphinx
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| Ceratomia catalpae Boisduval, 1875 |
The Catalpa Sphinx Ceratomia catalpae, also known as Catawba Worm, is a hawk moth native to southeastern North America.
The green caterpillars, growing to a length of about 5 cm (2 in), feed on the leaves of the Southern Catalpa, Catawba or Indian bean tree (Catalpa bignonioides). They are highly desired as fishing bait.
