Madagascan Sunset Moth atl pick up only is one of three species

is one of three species in the Acherontia genus

Their bodies are brown with black markings

commonly known as the Orange Barred Sulphur

and acquire toxic compounds to protect themselves from predators

This specific species is commonly found boring into wood

Madagascan Sunset Moth atl pick up only is one of three speciesChrysiridia rhipheus, or Urania ripheus, is a day flying moth of the family Uraniidae. It is considered one of the most impressive and appealing looking lepidopterans. It's very colorful, though the iridescent parts of the wings do not have pigment; rather the colors originate from optical interference. The specimen is encased in a 5 x 5 frame.