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Tersa Sphinx

Xylophanes tersa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Sphingidae ›Genus: Xylophanes

About

Xylophanes tersa (tersa sphinx) is a moth of the family Sphingidae. It is found from the United States (Massachusetts south to southern Florida, west to Nebraska, New Mexico and southern Arizona), through Mexico, the West Indies and Central America and into parts of South America (including Bolivia, Paraguay, Argentina and Brazil). An occasional stray can be found as far north as Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tersa Sphinx?
The scientific name of Tersa Sphinx is Xylophanes tersa.
What kingdom does Tersa Sphinx belong to?
Tersa Sphinx belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tersa Sphinx belong to?
Tersa Sphinx belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Tersa Sphinx belong to?
Tersa Sphinx belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Tersa Sphinx belong to?
Tersa Sphinx belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Tersa Sphinx belong to?
Tersa Sphinx belongs to the family Sphingidae.
What genus does Tersa Sphinx belong to?
Tersa Sphinx belongs to the genus Xylophanes.