Genus Dolba

Walker, 1856

Etymology

Dolba: Likely is derived from the Latin word dolba meaning “grub” or “caterpillar.”

Pronunciation

DOLL-ba

Overview

Dolba is a New World genus of moth with only one species, the Pawpaw Sphinx (Dolba hyleous) which is present in the Eastern US and parts of northern Mexico.

Photo Credits

Pawpaw Sphinx (Dolba hyloeus) courtesy of Alesa Cox.