Deaths Head Hawk Moth atl pick up only their numbers are declining due

their numbers are declining due to pesticides

the Central African Republic

Idolomantis diabolica

The butterfly is also called striped tiger in India to differentiate it from the equally common plain tiger

The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly of the Cathedral Basilica of St

Deaths Head Hawk Moth atl pick up only their numbers are declining dueAcherontia 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.