Polyphemus Moth ornate decor Papilio bachus

Papilio bachus

while females exhibit an array of colors such as yellow

the common grass yellow

Expertly captured in a 6"x6" frame

Polyphemus Moth ornate decor Papilio bachusThe Polyphemus moth, also known as Antheraea polyphemus, is a well known species in North America that falls under the Saturniidae family. As a member of the giant silk moth family, this moth is recognizable for the distinctive, purplish eyespots on its hindwings, which were inspired by the Greek myth of the cyclops Polyphemus. This particular specimen is meticulously preserved and showcased in a 9" x 9" frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are