species: Theretra celata in taxonomy (Gaia Guide)
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Theretra celata


©Anne: Theretra celata at Lizard Island. Photo identified by Max Moulds, Australian Museum.

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Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Arthropoda
Class Insecta
Order Lepidoptera
Family Sphingidae
Genus Theretra
Species Theretra celata
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Distinguishing features

It is similar to Theretra clotho, but overall tone generally more yellowish. The forewing underside has a blackish-brown area which is generally less extended than in Theretra clotho. The hindwing upperside has a buff median band that is broader than in Theretra clotho and extended more or less to the costal margin. (Wikipedia)

Size

  • From 3.5 cm to 4.2 cm (Forewing length) - applies to Males
  • From 4.15 cm to 4.89 cm (Forewing length) - applies to Females

Wingspan

  • Wingspan data is not yet available.

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Distribution


©Atlas of Living Australia: Australian distribution

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References

  • Lachlan, R.B. (2003). An annotated list of the hawk moths and butterflies (Lepidoptera) of Lizard Island, Queensland, Australian Entomologist, 30: 1-3. LIRS catalog number 792.