The Clipper loves forests and can be found in south and southeast Asia

is visually striking thanks to the pair of almost fluorescent green patches

bat skeletons have light and reduced number of bones compared to the land vertebrate

Males are seen more often in the afternoon

The chief distinguishing characteristics of this genus are its impressive mandibles

Acherontia Atropos Death Head Moth in a Dome Material:Glass The Clipper loves forests andSpecies Name: Acherontia Atropos Common Name: Death Head Moth Russia and South East Asia Size: 7" diam. base x 7" Made in Australia These moths are easily distinguishable by the vaguely human skull shaped pattern of markings on the thorax. Death Head Moths have the ability to emit a loud squeak if irritated. The sound is produced by expelling air from the pharynx, often accompanied by flashing of the brightly colored abdomen in a further attempt to