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Paranthrene robiniae
western poplar clearwing, western poplar clearwing moth
Paranthrene robiniae, commonly known as the western poplar clearwing moth, is a species of clearwing moth in the family Sesiidae. This species is notable for its broad geographic distribution across western North America, ranging from Alaska to southern California and eastward into the Rocky Mountains and Great Plains. As a member of the Sesiidae, it likely exhibits wasp-mimicking appearance typical of the family, though specific morphological details are not well documented in available sources. The species name 'robiniae' suggests a possible association with Robinia (locust/black locust), though this host relationship requires confirmation.