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|location = Cave Zone | |location = Cave Zone | ||
|sname = Deilephila elpenor | |sname = Deilephila elpenor | ||
|text = The Deilephila elpenor is commonly known as the elephant hawk moth. | |text = The Deilephila elpenor is commonly known as the elephant hawk moth. | ||
The word "elephant" might seem unrelated to its vibrant appearance at first glance, but it's because "elephant" is actually associated with its larval form. | The word "elephant" might seem unrelated to its vibrant appearance at first glance, but it's because "elephant" is actually associated with its larval form. | ||
While feeding, the larva stretches its body forward like an elephant's trunk instead of moving their entire body forward. Some theories suggest this unique motion is a way to conserve energy - Colloquially known as being "lazy."}} | While feeding, the larva stretches its body forward like an elephant's trunk instead of moving their entire body forward. Some theories suggest this unique motion is a way to conserve energy - Colloquially known as being "lazy."}} | ||