HAWK-MOTHS OF THE VICINITY OF NEW YORK CITY a1 
New York; also found in the West Indies. The caterpillar feeds 
on lilac, privet and fringe-bush (Chtonanthus). Enters the 
ground to pupate. 
28. Sphinx drupijerarum. 
Not common in this vicinity. Double-brooded, appearing in 
June and again early in August. Found from Canada to Florida 
and westward. The caterpillar feeds on apple, plum and cherry. 
Enters the ground to pupate. 
29. Sphinx kalmie. 
Not common. Double-brooded. It is on the wing in June 
and again late in July and early in August. Found from Canada 
