Hi, is this a type of Hawk moth larva

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Mandy
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Hi, is this a type of Hawk moth larva

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Hi
this was found on the 20 aug on a fleece in my garden, I think it is some kind of hawk moth. Does anyone know what it is?
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Yes - Elephant Hawk-moth (Deilephila elpenor)
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Thanks for the id - I have just realised I should have looked at recent posts :oops: as there is a good picture already
Do they over winter at this stage or should I be looking out for him to pupate
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He'll pupate in the earth and overwinter as a pupa. He was probably feeding on your fuschias :)

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