Thank you Katharine Staiger for this photo of mating Sphinx moths (Smerinthus ophthaimica) found on a peony in their garden. This is likely one of the largest moths that can be found in the Cowichan Valley. I am guessing the large one is the female, measuring about two inches. The hind wings, which have the striking eye spots are not opened here. I guess they were not trying to attract attention. Gail
