Deaths Head Hawk Moth atl pick up only Idolomantis is a genus of

Idolomantis is a genus of praying mantises in the family Empusidae

Pharmacophagus antenor is a butterfly from the family Papilionidae

Nymphalis antiopa is native to Eurasia and North America

Dione vanillae is a longwing butterfly that’s most commonly found in the southern areas of the United States

or the Chinese Golden Scorpion

Deaths Head Hawk Moth atl pick up only Idolomantis is a genus ofAcherontia Styx, also known as the bee robber, is very fond of honey and bee keepers have reported finding dead moths in their hives as a result of bee stings. This species can be found in Asia. In spite of negative superstitions attached to this hawkmoth, they're actually quite harmless and are only minor pests to beehives and crops. The background photograph was taken by MyMy Butterfly in Venice, Italy. The specimen is encased in a 6x6 frame.