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sphinx du laurier-rose

Daphnis nerii

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States).

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇯🇵 Japan 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde 🇩🇿 Algeria 🇺🇸 United States 🇰🇲 Comoros 🇨🇩 Congo (DRC) 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (animal)

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Insecta (insecte)

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Daphnis nerii (sphinx du laurier-rose)

Names in Other Languages

French sphinx du laurier-rose

German Oleanderschwärmer

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Butterflies & Moths

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sphinx du laurier-rose?

The scientific name of sphinx du laurier-rose is Daphnis nerii. It belongs to the genus Daphnis.

Where does sphinx du laurier-rose live?

sphinx du laurier-rose is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Algeria, Belgium, Cabo Verde, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Denmark, Japan, Madagascar, Norway, Seychelles.

What family does sphinx du laurier-rose belong to?

sphinx du laurier-rose (Daphnis nerii) belongs to the genus Daphnis, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphingidae.

What kingdom does sphinx du laurier-rose belong to?

sphinx du laurier-rose (Daphnis nerii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

Native Range — 14 Countries

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Genus Daphnis — 1 Species

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sphinx du laurier-rose

Daphnis nerii

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Data verified mars 2026

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