Madagascan Sunset Moth atl pick up only it is the widest ranging

it is the widest ranging cicada in the Western Hemisphere

Megaloxantha purpurescens boasts a striking purple and green coloration

is one of three species in the Acherontia genus

and acquire toxic compounds to protect themselves from predators

Madagascan Sunset Moth atl pick up only it is the widest rangingChrysiridia rhipheus, or Urania ripheus, is a day flying moth of the family Uraniidae. It is considered one of the most impressive and appealing looking lepidopterans. It's very colorful, though the iridescent parts of the wings do not have pigment; rather the colors originate from optical interference. The specimen is encased in a 5 x 5 frame.