Madagascan Sunset Moth atl pick up only This particular specimen is displayed

This particular specimen is displayed in a 9” x 9” frame

and acquire toxic compounds to protect themselves from predators

combined with hints of blue

This specific species is commonly found boring into wood

is one of three species in the Acherontia genus

Madagascan Sunset Moth atl pick up only This particular specimen is displayedChrysiridia 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.