Deaths Head Hawk Moth ivory butterfly wing This specimen is encased in

This specimen is encased in a 3x4 frame

despite being in mourning

The name of the species is given in honor of Zalmoxis – a divinity of the Getae (a people of the lower Danube)

these moths typically have a lifespan of less than 10 days

and vagrants may rarely be observed as far north as Texas

Deaths Head Hawk Moth ivory butterfly wing This specimen is encased inAcherontia 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 6x6 frame.