Chamaesphecia tenthrediniformis

Chamaesphecia tenthrediniformis is a moth of the family Sesiidae.

Chamaesphecia tenthrediniformis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Sesiidae
Genus: Chamaesphecia
Subgenus: Chamaesphecia
Species:
C. tenthrediniformis
Binomial name
Chamaesphecia tenthrediniformis
Synonyms
  • Sphinx tenthrediniformis [Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775
  • Sesia taediiformis Freyer, 1836

Distribution

It is found in Europe and the Near East.

Description

It strongly resembles Chamaesphecia empiformis, some sources classify both as one species. The length of the forewings is 6–10 mm. The moth flies from May to July depending on the location.

Biology

The larvae feed on Euphorbia esula.


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