Death's Head Hawk Moth moth found in much of Indonesia

found in much of Indonesia

Many dung beetles

the king of Troy during the Trojan War

Trogonoptera brookiana was named for James Brooke

They can be found in a variety of colors such as: cobalt blue

Death's Head Hawk Moth moth found in much of IndonesiaAcherontia atropos is commonly found in southern parts of Europe and throughout much of Africa, from where it is considered to be a native species. 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 photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly at Catacombes de Paris in Paris, France. This specimen is encased in a 6x6" frame.