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Death's-head Hawk Moth USH 349 In Bee-hive Acherontia atropos © Duncan Usher / ardea. com
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Death's-head Hawk Moth USH 349 In Bee-hive Acherontia atropos © Duncan Usher / ardea. com
USH-349
Death s-head HAWK-MOTH - showing skull-like marking on thorax
on honeycomb
Acherontia atropos
Distribution: Africa and Asia, migrates to Europe
Duncan Usher
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Nature's Gothic Fashionista - The Sinister Styling of the Death's-head Hawk Moth!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we witness the macabre allure of the Death's-head Hawk Moth as it proudly displays its skull-like markings on its thorax. This moth certainly knows how to make a statement! Perched delicately in a bee-hive, our mysterious Acherontia atropos seems to have stumbled upon a secret treasure trove of honeycomb goodness. With wings spread wide, it indulges in a single feeding frenzy - savoring every drop like an epicurean connoisseur. But what truly sets this creature apart is its uncanny ability to rock some seriously intimidating fashion choices! Its foreboding pattern and warning coloration serve as nature's way of saying "approach with caution". Who knew moths could be so stylishly sinister? As we admire this unique defense mechanism, let us not forget that beauty comes in all shapes and forms. The Death's-head Hawk Moth reminds us that even amidst darkness and mystery, there is always room for admiration and awe. So next time you stumble upon one of these enigmatic creatures fluttering by your window or lurking near beehives (not the company), take a moment to appreciate their striking presence. After all, who says moths can't be trendsetters too?
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