Deaths Head Hawk Moth t The chief distinguishing characteristics of

The chief distinguishing characteristics of this genus are its impressive mandibles

Xylotrupes gideon sumatrensis is a brilliant species of large scarab beetle belonging to the subfamily Dynastinae that's found in Sumatra

Also known as Dulticola

Heleconius hecale is a heliconiid butterfly that occurs from Mexico to the Peruvian Amazon

The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly in Pigeon Forge

Deaths Head Hawk Moth t The chief distinguishing characteristics ofAcherontia 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. This specimen is encased in a 9"x9" frame.