Sphingid -

: Larvae (caterpillars) are known for a resting position where they raise the front of their body and tuck their head, resembling an Egyptian Sphinx .

: Their eyes are covered in microscopic structures called corneal nipples . These act as an anti-reflective coating, helping them see better at night while reducing reflections that might alert predators. sphingid

: Sphingids are famous for their ability to hover in mid-air while feeding. This "swing-hovering" allows them to move side-to-side rapidly to avoid predators while drinking nectar. : Larvae (caterpillars) are known for a resting

: Many species have an incredibly long tongue (proboscis), sometimes exceeding 10 to 14 inches . This allows them to reach nectar in deep, tubular flowers that other pollinators cannot access. sphingid