Synanthedon vespiformis (Linnaeus, 1760) is a animal in the Sesiidae family, order Lepidoptera, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.
Synanthedon vespiformis (Linnaeus, 1760)
The yellow-legged clearwing (Synanthedon vespiformis) is a Sesiidae moth found in the Palearctic realm, with larvae feeding on multiple woody plants.
Synanthedon vespiformis, commonly known as the yellow-legged clearwing, is a species of moth that belongs to the family Sesiidae. This moth is found in the Palearctic realm. It has a wingspan ranging from 18 to 20 mm. Adult moths fly from April through September, with flight timings varying by location. The larvae feed on oak, and also feed on plant species belonging to the genera Populus, Aesculus, and Salix.
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