Polyphemus Moth Butterfly is very fond of honey

is very fond of honey and bee keepers have reported finding dead moths in their hives as a result of bee stings

It is found in southern Bolivia

daughter of the Ladon

Its vibrant colors serve as both a defense mechanism against predators and a physical attraction to potential mates

also known as the common swordtail or small striped swordtail

Polyphemus Moth Butterfly is very fond of honeyThe Polyphemus moth, scientifically known as Antheraea polyphemus, is a well known species native to North America and a member of the Saturniidae family, known for its impressive silk production. One of its most notable features is the striking purple eyespots on its hindwings, giving it its name from the Greek myth of the cyclops Polyphemus. This specimen is carefully preserved and presented in a 9" x 9" frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are