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erinlamothe โ€” Death Head's Hawkmoth (Acherontia Atropos) Mk. 2

Published: 2012-05-06 21:35:01 +0000 UTC; Views: 3143; Favourites: 91; Downloads: 28
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Description The Death Head's Hawkmoth gets its name from the markings on the thorax that resemble a human skull. They are also unusual in the moth world in their ability to give off a high-pitched mechanical squeaking noise when startled. These traits have given them the reputation as an omen of death. You might also recognize them from the movie "Silence of the Lambs".

Real moths are loads of fun, but plushie moths have many advantages. You don't have to feed them, you can take them for walks without them flying off, they don't die and break your heart (unless you let the dog near them), and you can cuddle them without winding up covered in bug guts. They're also much easier to catch and pin for your insect collection, and without any nasty ethical dilemmas. Trรจs Bien!
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Comments: 19

FuriarossaAndMimma [2013-10-23 17:44:45 +0000 UTC]

Cute cuteness!

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Kynxo [2013-09-22 13:52:18 +0000 UTC]

Wow!

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RayvnCorrine [2012-12-26 19:30:02 +0000 UTC]

Oh wow, as someone who ADORES moths, my favorite is the Death Head, please oh please tell me you sell these. It's just too cute!!

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s-k-roberts [2012-12-18 02:25:01 +0000 UTC]

His wee, droopy antennae!!

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CLPennelly [2012-10-11 03:00:48 +0000 UTC]

cute!

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mypetmoon [2012-05-11 09:22:55 +0000 UTC]

Wow, he looks like he was a lot of work but well worth it! The brown acid drop fabric is just perfect for his wings!

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Eddie-chan [2012-05-07 13:08:58 +0000 UTC]

So dang cute! I can just picture Hannibal Lecter riding on one like Mothra. XD

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erinlamothe In reply to Eddie-chan [2012-05-07 16:29:34 +0000 UTC]

I'd pay good money to see that movie.

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Eddie-chan In reply to erinlamothe [2012-05-07 19:23:31 +0000 UTC]

Me too. XD

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deridolls [2012-05-07 07:44:54 +0000 UTC]

Amazing work!

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Platypi [2012-05-07 05:07:23 +0000 UTC]

Awww, it's so cute! All of those markings must have been a beast to sew on though O:

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erinlamothe In reply to Platypi [2012-05-07 06:54:31 +0000 UTC]

Dear heavens yes, I think they took as long as the rest of the moth.

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Zanganito [2012-05-07 04:16:10 +0000 UTC]

That's adorable!

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mim-ser-rabi [2012-05-07 01:15:18 +0000 UTC]

SO cute! where do I get one muself? ;D

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erinlamothe In reply to mim-ser-rabi [2012-05-07 06:47:15 +0000 UTC]

It was actually made on commission for a friend, if I ever make another I may put it on Etsy.

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akitku [2012-05-07 00:47:41 +0000 UTC]

This is so cool! Plus your description is precious!

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Skaramine [2012-05-06 23:32:41 +0000 UTC]

Awwwwwwww!

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mihijime [2012-05-06 23:01:56 +0000 UTC]

very cute!

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mylifeline [2012-05-06 22:01:29 +0000 UTC]

dude, that''s legit

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