Deaths Head Hawk Moth metallic accents art and its intricate chestnut

and its intricate chestnut

real Blue Morpho wing bookmark with glass cabochon protector over wing

They can be found in Java

while its milky-white body and contrasting transparent and white wings with hints of blue create a mesmerizing sight

Deaths Head Hawk Moth metallic accents art and its intricate chestnutAcherontia 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