Deaths Head Hawk Moth gift card scientifically known as Heterometrus cyaneus

scientifically known as Heterometrus cyaneus

specifically in the Cetoniinae subfamily

The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly at Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah

Our display showcases a beautifully preserved specimen

Deaths Head Hawk Moth gift card scientifically known as Heterometrus cyaneusAcherontia atropos, also known as the African death's head hawkmoth, is one of three species in the Acherontia genus (the other two being Acherontia lachesis and Acherontia styx). Its distinguishing feature is the skull like pattern on its thorax, which inspired both its common and scientific names. This species is abundant in southern Europe and throughout Africa, where it is considered a native species. Despite superstitions surrounding this moth,