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Discover the haunting beauty of Acherontia styx - the legendary Death's Head Hawk Moth made famous by The Silence of the Lambs, Hannibal, and Clarice. This bulk pack of 10 A1 quality unmounted specimens (70mm wingspan) offers exceptional value for collectors, framers, and natural history enthusiasts drawn to this iconic moth's distinctive skull-like thorax marking.
Death's Head Hawk Moths are among the most recognizable insects in the world, thanks to their eerie skull-like thorax marking that has fascinated naturalists and artists for centuries. The wings display beautiful patterns of brown, yellow, and black, while the abdomen features striking yellow and black bands. This combination of macabre symbolism and natural beauty makes them endlessly captivating.
These moths achieved iconic status through their prominent role in The Silence of the Lambs, where they symbolized transformation and became synonymous with psychological thriller aesthetics. They've since appeared in Hannibal, Clarice, and countless gothic and horror-themed artworks, making them instantly recognizable to pop culture enthusiasts worldwide.
These Death's Head moth specimens are ideal for diverse uses. Create stunning framed displays with gothic or Victorian themes, use in horror and dark art installations, embed in resin for jewellery with macabre aesthetics, stock retail shops specializing in oddities and curiosities, build educational collections demonstrating moth diversity, or incorporate into Halloween and gothic décor projects.
Your bulk pack includes 10 Death's Head Hawk Moths (Acherontia styx), each carefully preserved and unmounted. Specimens measure 70-90mm in wingspan when spread. Expect the characteristic yellow skull marking on the thorax, beautiful brown and yellow wing patterns, and the distinctive banded abdomen that makes this species so visually striking.
Death's Head Hawk Moths are found across Africa, Asia, and parts of Europe. They're unique among moths for their ability to produce a loud squeaking sound when disturbed - created by forcing air through their proboscis. They're also known for raiding beehives to feed on honey, using chemical mimicry to avoid detection by bees. These remarkable behaviours add to their mystique.
The skull marking has made Death's Head Hawk Moths symbols of death, transformation, and the supernatural across cultures. They appear in gothic literature, occult symbolism, and contemporary dark art. Owning these specimens connects you to centuries of cultural fascination with this remarkable insect and its powerful symbolic resonance.
All our Death's Head Hawk moth specimens are ethically sourced from sustainable collecting programmes. We work with responsible collectors who ensure wild populations remain healthy and habitats are protected. Full provenance documentation provided with every order.
Each specimen is graded A1 for quality, meaning excellent condition with vibrant skull markings, intact wings, and good colour retention. These are collectors-quality moths suitable for professional displays, framing, retail sale, or creative projects. The distinctive thorax marking is clearly visible on all specimens.
Whether you're creating Victorian cabinet-of-curiosities displays, gothic home décor, horror-themed art installations, or simply appreciate the macabre beauty of nature, these Death's Head moths deliver instant visual impact and cultural recognition that few other insects can match.
Own the moth that haunted cinema history. Order your bulk pack of Death's Head Hawk Moths today and bring home the legendary insect that has captivated audiences, artists, and naturalists for generations.
£249.99 GBP
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One was slightly damaged but both are beautiful specimens. Fast shipping. Definitely recommend seller.
Perfect, thank you! Really appreciate
Beautiful specimens, had a problem with customs in my country but it wasn't that big an issue. Can't wait to buy more eventually!!
Never received my egg! Was very disappointed. Tracking said it was in customs for over 10 days… gave up and got my money back right away!
Beautiful. Thank You, I love it :-)
These are really big! Perfect specimens in perfect condition on arrival. Very pleased!
Really beautiful specimens. Perfectly spread and in perfect condition. Recommend
Fantastic specimens. Perfect and very pleased, thankyou!
This was part of a double order, same as my other review. I’m new to pinning as a hobby in my spare time. From what I can tell they’re good specimens with plenty of variety. My only gripe is that they didn’t come with ID but that wouldn’t stop me from ordering again. Hopefully ID can be added to future purchases.
As someone who’s just started pinning, I don’t know a lot. From what I can see they are good specimens with a good variety. Would definitely order again. My only gripe is that they don’t come with ID.
These were really great! Lots of variety and will be useful, thank you!
These are HUGE and perfect specimens!
Fantastic large size and perfect condition, thank you!
I've purchased from Art Butterflies multiple times and the wings are always amazing! Customer service is fantastic and always quick to respond. I really appreciate this shop and will always come back!
beautifully packaged and perfect specimens
perfect specimens
These look so stunning in person
I love it, looks really good
Fast shipping, as pictured, thank you! 🙏🏼
Perfect size thank you love it
perfect just like the first batch!
Just as described, thank you.
wonderful specimens, thank you so much !
Absolutely love my bugs! They arrived so quickly, were packed beautifully, and came in perfect condition as always. You can really see the care and attention that goes into every order.
Absolutely love my bugs! They arrived so quickly, were packed beautifully, and came in perfect condition as always. You can really see the care and attention that goes into every order.
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