Madagascan Sunset Moth moth also known as Phobaeticus species

also known as Phobaeticus species

a type of beetle belonging to the earth-boring dung beetle family

but some are found in southern and southeast Asia

is a butterfly known especially for its presence in butterfly houses and live butterfly expositions

while Achilles was a heroic figure in the Trojan War

Madagascan Sunset Moth moth also known as Phobaeticus speciesChrysiridia 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. This specimen is encased in a 6 x 6 frame.