Deaths Head Hawk Moth Butterfly using their large pedipalps (pincers)

using their large pedipalps (pincers) to attack

As described by L

This moth is a domestic polyhybrid that has been bred for centuries due to the silk it makes

real Blue Morpho wing bookmark with glass cabochon protector over wing

Deaths Head Hawk Moth Butterfly using their large pedipalps (pincers)Acherontia 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 9 x 9 frame.