Madagascar Sunset Moth t using their large pedipalps (pincers)

using their large pedipalps (pincers) to attack

this beetle possesses a metallic body and primarily feeds on plant material

Samia ricini is a member of the family Saturniidae which includes the giant silk moths

Parnassius bremeri is a high altitude butterfly which is found in Russia

Tosena paviei is a cicada species from Southeast Asia

Madagascar Sunset Moth t using their large pedipalps (pincers)Chrysiridia rhipheus, or Urania ripheus, is a day flying moth of the family Uraniidae. It is considered one of the most impressive and appealing looking lepidopterans. It's very colorful, though the iridescent parts of the wings do not have pigment; rather the colors originate from optical interference. The specimen is encased in a 5 x 5 frame.