All printables
Death's-head hawkmoth — printable fact sheet
Free to print or save as PDF. Great for classrooms, homeschooling, and young explorers.
Creature Atlas
Animal Fact Sheet
Name: ____________________
Date: ____________________
Death's-head hawkmoth
Acherontia atropos
The Death's-head hawkmoth is a large, striking moth known for the distinctive skull-shaped marking on its thorax. This nocturnal insect is famous both for its eerie appearance and its ability to emit a loud squeak when threatened. It can be found across parts of Europe, Africa, …
Did you know?
- The Death's-head hawkmoth has been featured in popular culture, most notably in the film 'The Silence of the Lambs,' where it became an iconic symbol.
- The Death's-head hawkmoth can emit a loud squeak by forcing air out of its pharynx, a rare feature among moths. It is also known for raiding beehives to feed on honey, using chemical mimicry to avoid bee attacks.
What I learned
Draw the death's-head hawkmoth
© Creature Atlas · www.creatureatlas.com · Free for classroom & personal use
Want the whole set?
Get printable fact-sheet packs, coloring pages, and classroom worksheet bundles for dozens of animals — ready to download and print.
Browse printable packsGet a free printable each week
Join the newsletter for a new Creature of the Week + printables.