Sutton and Beaumont tell us that "this American species was reputedly taken in the nineteenth century from imported produce in Hull and Leeds." MBGBI Vol 9 p24 gives us more details, calling it the "Tomato Hornworm":

"The occurrence of this Nearctic species in Britain is undoubtedly the result of accidental importations. It is somewhat similar to Agrius convolvuli but has the abdomen banded with yellow and black. A number of specimens are recorded as having been taken at Chelsea, Hull and Leeds in the nineteenth century. It occurs from Mexico northwards through Texas, the Mississippi valley, North Carolina, South Dakota and southern Ontario to Nova Scotia. The larva feeds on tomato and potato."

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Recorded in 2 (1%) of 200 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1895. Last Recorded in 1895. Additional Stats

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