Deaths Head Hawk Moth atl pick up only The background photo was taken

The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly of the Cathedral Basilica of St

Euxanthe crossleyi

is a member of the Papilionidae family

The specimen in the frame measures 5” x 5”

and Southern China

Deaths Head Hawk Moth atl pick up only The background photo was takenAcherontia Styx, also known as 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. The specimen is encased in a 6x6 frame.