Eyed Hawk-moth

Eyed Hawk-moth, Smerinthus ocellata.   Luxford Lane, Crowborough, 3 July 2017.

This is an Eyed Hawk-moth.  It's quite a large moth and has the sculptural wing shape when at rest that is typical of most of the hawk-moths.  The colour scheme is elegant and sober. But why, you might ask, is it called "eyed?"

Eyed Hawk-moth, Smerinthus ocellata.   Luxford Lane, Crowborough, 3 July 2017.

... Because, when it's disturbed, it does this!