Deaths Head Hawk Moth entomology Doxocopa laurentia

Doxocopa laurentia

The harlequin beetle is a tropical longhorn beetle native from southern Mexico to Uruguay

is a species of butterfly native to most of Europe and east across the Palearctic

dry areas with little vegetation

It is found in Central America and tropical South America

Deaths Head Hawk Moth entomology Doxocopa laurentiaAcherontia 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 specimen is encased in a 3x4 frame.