Deaths Head Hawk Moth metallic accents art belonging to the family Lucanidae

belonging to the family Lucanidae

this Blue Emperor butterfly wing glows with vibrant colors against a playful backdrop of hearts and stars

possibly lending to their name "morpho

They can be found in Java

Deaths Head Hawk Moth metallic accents art belonging to the family LucanidaeAcherontia atropos, also known as the African death's head hawkmoth, is one of three species in the Acherontia genus, named after its skull like pattern on the thorax. It is native to southern Europe and Africa and often linked to superstitions, but poses little threat, causing only minor disruptions to beehives and crops. This preserved specimen, displayed in a compact 6"x6" frame, is a popular addition to any collection. *Each of my framed shadow