White Witch Moth Thysania Agrippina Framed Genuine Specimen

A stunning moth known by many names as haunting as its names the White Witch, Gavilana (the Hawk), Ghost Moth, Giant Agrippina, Great Grey Witch, Great Owlet Moth, Birdwing moth or Strix Moth.


Local cultures are of the belief that this Moth carries the souls of the dead on its large and feathered wings. Beautiful moth.


With a wing expanse of up to 30cm this moth is known as the worlds largest moth. It is found from Southern Mexico and south to Peru and is often seen flying around lights at night. The wing colours vary greatly and range from a creamy white color, but can also be a light brown to creamy grey. Black and brown lines zigzag across the moths long wings, giving it a fairly regular pattern. Their coloring and patterns help the White Witch Moth blend in to the trees in its' tropical environment, camouflaging them from predators, which are mostly bats. The underside of the White Witch Moths' wings are a violet-black with white markings and spots. It is noted also as having long spurs on its legs.


SPECIES Thysania agrippina
ORIGIN  Peru
FRAME  21.5cm x 28.5cm x 5cm deep, the frame is made from recycled products.


Each specimen is unique in colour and attributes we believe every little character glitch is a part of it's story and to be embraced.


Please be aware that we do not ship specimens internationally, specimens are only shipped within Australia. Any orders placed for international delivery will be cancelled and refunded.