Alcides agathyrus

Place of origin - Papua New Guinea

Sex - Male

Wingspan- Approx 3"

Frame size - 8.5" x 10.5" x 1.25"

Frame color - black only
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Details

This day flying moth is notable for its unusual pastel blue-green color. This moth is very similar in coloration to the Papilio laglaizei, which is beleived to be used to trick predators and gain some protection for themselves.