The Sphingidae are a family of moths (Lepidoptera), commonly known as hawk moths, sphinx moths, and hornworms; it includes about 1,450 species. It is best represented in the tropics, but species are found in every region. They are moderate to large in size and are distinguished among moths for their rapid, sustained flying ability. Their narrow wi... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sphingidae
Sphingidae is the Hawkmoths family of insects of the order Lepidoptera. The members have thick antennae which is nearly always hooked, a robust spindle or torpedo-shaped body. Of the 1000 known species about 20 live in Europe, the rest in the tropics. Found on http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/browse/BSB.HTM