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Atlas moth

Atlas moths are said to be named after either the Titan of Greek mythology, or their map-like wing patterns. In Hong Kong the Cantonese name translates as "snake's head moth", referring to apical extension of the forewing, which bears a passing resemblance to a snake's head.

(source wikipedia)

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Uploaded on June 17, 2011
Taken on June 7, 2011