Limited Edition Gold Deaths Head Moth t Prosopocoilus astacoides is a beetle

Prosopocoilus astacoides is a beetle of the Family Lucanidae that has large & distinctive mandibles that are sometimes used in combat with male opponents during fights to establish dominance

The specimen is encased in a 3 x 4” frame

This specimen is encased in a 9x9 frame

it is not known to be threatened

Limited Edition Gold Deaths Head Moth t Prosopocoilus astacoides is a beetleInman Park Fest 50th Year Acherontia Styx, also known as the bee robber, is very fond of honey and bee keepers have reported finding dead moths in their hives as a result of bee stings. This species can be found in Asia. In spite of negative superstitions attached to this hawkmoth, they're actually quite harmless and are only minor pests to beehives and crops. The specimen is encased in a 9x9 frame.