How many types of moth are commonly referred to as Death's-head hawkmoth?
Q: How many types of moth are commonly referred to as Death's-head hawkmoth?
A: There are three types of moth commonly referred to as Death's-head hawkmoth.
Q: What is the genus name of the Death's-head hawkmoths?
A: The Death's-head hawkmoths are in the genus Acherontia.
Q: Which species of Death's-head hawkmoth is most commonly referred to as the Death's-head hawkmoth?
A: The European species, A. atropos, is most commonly referred to as the Death's-head hawkmoth.
Q: Where are A. styx and A. lachesis found?
A: A. styx and A. lachesis are found in Asia.
Q: What is the origin of the name "Death's-head hawkmoth"?
A: The name "Death's-head hawkmoth" comes from the skull-shaped pattern of markings on the thorax.
Q: What unusual features do Death's-head hawkmoths have?
A: Death's-head hawkmoths can make a loud squeak if irritated, and they raid beehives for honey. They are also able to move about in hives unhurt because they mimic the scent of the bees.
Q: Which species of honey bee does A. atropos specifically attack?
A: A. atropos specifically attacks colonies of the western honey bee, Apis mellifera.
