Paonias myops, the small-eyed sphinx, is a moth of the family Sphingidae. The species was first described by James Edward Smith in 1797.

It is found from south-eastern Canada to Florida and westward almost to the Pacific Coast. It is also known from Mexico.

Distribution

The wingspan is 52–69 mm. Adults are more nocturnal than most sphingids; after an initial bout of activity after dusk, they fly throughout the night. Adults are on wing from June to September in eastern Canada. In New Jersey, there are two generations per year and there are four generations in Louisiana.

Description

harmful

Paonias myops, commonly known as the Small-eyed Sphinx moth, is considered a tree pest because its larvae feed on the leaves of various tree species, potentially causing defoliation and damage to the trees.

tree pest

Paonias myops can be considered garden pests because their larvae feed on the leaves of various garden plants, which can lead to defoliation and damage to the plants, impacting their overall health and aesthetics.

garden pest

Paonias myops can be considered crop pests because their larvae have been known to feed on the leaves of certain crop plants, such as apple and cherry trees, potentially causing damage and reducing crop yield if left unchecked.

crop pest

Paonias myops is considered a pest because its larvae feed on the leaves of trees, garden plants, and certain crop plants, causing defoliation and potential damage to these plants, which can impact their health and productivity.

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