Death’s Head Hawk Moth blue butterfly wing the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus)

the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is a well-studied species in North America

A radiant Sea Green Swallowtail butterfly wing is set against a pastel heart-filled backdrop

Neptunides polychrous is a large and vividly colored flower beetle from tropical Africa

The Statira Sulphur (Aphrissa statira) is a medium-sized yellow butterfly that inhabits the southern U

A bold Blue Morpho butterfly wing on a soft pink background adorned with leafy patterns

Death’s Head Hawk Moth blue butterfly wing the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus)Acherontia atropos, the deaths head hawkmoth, is native to southern Europe and much of Africa and is famous for the skull like marking on its thorax. Despite its dark folklore, this species is harmless and only a minor agricultural pest. This striking specimen is beautifully preserved in a 5"x5" frame, making it a captivating piece for collectors of natural history and gothic curiosities. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are crafted for lasting beauty