Deaths Head Hawk Moth elegant plant art which serve as a warning

which serve as a warning to predators about its toxicity

The specimen is encased in a 5”x5” frame

Creobroter gemmatus is a species of mantis native to Asia

real Monarch butterfly wing bookmark with glass cabochon protector over wing

Deaths Head Hawk Moth elegant plant art which serve as a warningAcherontia 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 background photograph was taken by MyMy Butterfly in Venice, Italy. The specimen is encased in a 6x6 frame.