Death's Head Hawk Moth Butterfly This moth is considered one

This moth is considered one of the largest lepidoptera

Papilio ulysses

It also occurs in Mesoamerica

A 3500-year-old Egyptian fresco in Luxor features the oldest known illustration of this species

This particular specimen is Nephila maculata

Death's Head Hawk Moth Butterfly This moth is considered oneAcherontia Styx, also known at 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. This specimen is encased in a 3"x4" frame.