Silence of the Lambs Death's Head Hawkmoth

The Moth from Silence of the Lambs — An Authentic Death’s Head Hawkmoth

The Death’s Head Hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos) became one of cinema’s most iconic images when it appeared on the poster for The Silence of the Lambs (1991) — its skull-like thorax marking transformed into a symbol of dread. But the real moth is every bit as extraordinary as its fictional reputation. Capable of squeaking audibly when disturbed, notorious for raiding beehives to steal honey, and one of the largest moths in Europe with a wingspan of up to 120mm, it is a creature of genuine biological drama.

This specimen has been hand-set by our expert entomologists in our UK studio, positioned to display the full wingspan and the iconic skull marking at its best — the same marking that made it famous. Mounted in a deep box frame with acid-free matboard and satin-finished acrylic, it is a refined display piece for film enthusiasts and natural history collectors alike.

• Frame: Satin-finished acrylic
• Mount: 300 GSM acid-free card stock with 2mm bevelled edge matboard border
• Display: Self-standing or wall-hanging bracket
• Dimensions: 10×10cm

As a natural specimen, subtle variation in colour, pattern, and size is inherent — no two moths are exactly alike, though each falls within the morphological parameters for the species.

The perfect gift for any Silence of the Lambs fan, film collector, or natural history enthusiast. Free UK delivery on orders over £50.