Deaths Head Hawk Moth entomology With it's huge wingspan

With it's huge wingspan

scientifically known as Limenitis arthemis and alternatively named the White Admiral

Tosena splendida is a species of cicada found in Thailand

is a beautiful Neotropical butterfly native to Paraguay

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

Deaths Head Hawk Moth entomology With it's huge wingspanAcherontia 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.