Deaths Head Hawk Moth Butterfly the daughter of the river

the daughter of the river god Asopus and Metope

The frame measures 11x13 with the opening being 5x7

The name “morpho” is thought to originate from the fact that these butterflies appear to change shape as they’re flying

This specimen is encased in a 4"x7" frame

Deaths Head Hawk Moth Butterfly the daughter of the riverAcherontia 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 background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly inside the mausoleum at Westview Cemetery in Atlanta, Georgia. The