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Question by  steph91 (23)

What can you tell me about a tomato hornworm moth?

 
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Answer by  worker6738 (55)

The tomato hornworm moth can be found in the United States. As the name implies, they feed on tomato plants, however, they have been known to feed on potatoes, eggplants and peppers in their larvae state. Feeding takes place mostly at night, and once fed, the hornworm will pupate in the soil.

 
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Answer by  worker4275 (175)

This insect comes from South America and it was discovered in 1867 by Jacque Francisco, from Spain. It is the only moth of in its phylum to give live birth.

 
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