Macroglossum prometheus explained

Macroglossum prometheus is a moth of the family Sphingidae.

Distribution

It is known from south-east Asia and Queensland.

Description

The wingspan is about 50 mm.[1] There is a prominent, subapical, costal, grey patch on the forewing and a sharply defined distal border on the hindwing. Both wing undersides are brown, shaded with khaki, the yellow anal area contrasts sharply. The hindwing upperside has a yellow band which is very sharply defined.

Subspecies

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Australian Insects . Lepidoptera.butterflyhouse.com.au . 2003-07-15 . 2011-10-25.