Death's Head Hawk Moth Butterfly northeastern Italy

northeastern Italy

Phoebis philea is a species of butterfly found in the Americas including the Caribbean

This species has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for many centuries to treat various neuronal problems

This species can be found in the rain forests & secondary forests from Mexico to the Amazonian rain forests in South America

It is found in Senegal

Death's Head Hawk Moth Butterfly northeastern ItalyAcherontia 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.