Death's Head Hawk Moth elegant frame The name “morpho” is thought

The name “morpho” is thought to originate from the fact that these butterflies appear to change shape as they’re flying

Idea leuconoe

This species was formally known as Tympanoterpes giga

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

Guatemala and Peru

Death's Head Hawk Moth elegant frame The name “morpho” is thoughtAcherontia atropos is commonly found in southern parts of Europe and throughout much of Africa, from where it is considered to be a native species. 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 9"x9" frame.