Amorpha: Greek word meaning “shapeless” or “deformed;” likely refering to the odd position of moth's wing while at rest.
Juglandis: Pertaining to Juglandaceae, a family of trees that contains some of the host plants for the species.
Pronunciation
Ah-MOR-fuh Joo-GLAN-diss
Documented Occurrences
This map shows the verified sightings of the White-lined Sphinx moth in Indiana. All sightings were confirmed through photographic documentation by individuals who contributed to the Great American IN Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).
The Walnut Sphinx caterpillar makes a whistling noise when distrubed and will thrash back and forth defensively.
Conservation Status
Global status: G5 (secure)
National status: N5 (secure)
Indiana status: NR (not ranked)
Floral Associates
Walnut Sphinx caterpillars host on a variety of trees within the Order Fagales, including Black Walnut (Juglans nigra), and White Walnut aka Butternut (Juglans cinerea). Adults do not feed.