Polyphemus Moth Butterfly While its origins lie in

While its origins lie in Central America and Mexico

The background photograph was taken by MyMy Butterfly in the Grant Park neighborhood of Atlanta

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There are over 300 different species of Rhino Beetles

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

Polyphemus Moth Butterfly While its origins lie inThe 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