Oleander hawk-moth caterpillars (Daphnis nerii) of different ages. Just before they pupate, oleander hawk-moth larvae become browner in colour (right)

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Oleander hawk-moth caterpillars (Daphnis nerii) of different ages. Just before they pupate, oleander hawk-moth larvae become browner in colour (right). This species is found throughout Europe and also tropical and subtropical Africa and Asia. Photographed in India.

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