Genus Hyles

Hübner, 1819

Etymology

Hyles: Hyles was a Greek centaur who fought against the Lapiths.

Pronunciation

Hy-lees

Overview

Hyles is a cosmopolitan genus of moths with over two-dozen recognized species worldwide. North America is home to three species of Hyles, only one of which is found in Indiana.

Photo Credits

Photo courtesy of Sherrie Owens.