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Elephant Hawkmoth Collection

The Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) is a captivating creature that can be found in various locations across Europe

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant hawk moth (Deilephila elpenor) portrait, Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve

Elephant hawk moth (Deilephila elpenor) portrait, Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve, Portadown, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. April

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Bedstraw hawkmoth or galium sphinx, Hyles gallii, elephant hawkmoth, Deilephila elpenor

Bedstraw hawkmoth or galium sphinx, Hyles gallii, elephant hawkmoth, Deilephila elpenor, and pine hawkmoth
FLO4671057 Bedstraw hawkmoth or galium sphinx, Hyles gallii, elephant hawkmoth, Deilephila elpenor, and pine hawkmoth, Sphinx pinastri

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) close up of head showing proboscis

Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) close up of head showing proboscis. Note the pollen grains attached to its hairs. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August. Focus Stacked

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant hawk-moth (Deilephila elpenor). Released from captivity, larvae collected previous year

Elephant hawk-moth (Deilephila elpenor). Released from captivity, larvae collected previous year. Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland, UK. May

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. June

Elephant hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. June

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor), close up of head, showing detail of compound eye

Elephant hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor), close up of head, showing detail of compound eye. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. May. Focus stacked image

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant Hawkmoth, County Clare, Munster, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Elephant Hawkmoth, County Clare, Munster, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) Oxfordshire, UK. July

Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) Oxfordshire, UK. July

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Picture No. 10946918

Picture No. 10946918
Elephant Hawkmoth - on Roses Cornwall, UK. Date:

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Picture No. 10946919

Picture No. 10946919
Elephant Hawkmoth Cornwall, UK. Date:

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Picture No. 10946917

Picture No. 10946917
Elephant Hawkmoth - on Roses Cornwall, UK. Date:

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Deilephila elpenor, elephant hawk moth caterpillars

Deilephila elpenor, elephant hawk moth caterpillars
Two elephant hawk moth caterpillars by H. Hengstenburgh. From Collection of Drawings by Dutch Artists, 17th-19th centuries. Held in the Entomology Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant Hawkmoth - UK

Elephant Hawkmoth - UK
DAC-411 Elephant Hawkmoth UK Dielephila elpenor David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant Hawkmoth - Cornwall - UK

Elephant Hawkmoth - Cornwall - UK
DAC-261 Elephant Hawkmoth Cornwall - UK Dielephila elpenor David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageElephant Hawkmoth Collection: Elephant Hawkmoth Larva - Cornwall - UK

Elephant Hawkmoth Larva - Cornwall - UK
DAC-262 Elephant Hawkmoth Larva Cornwall - UK Dielephila elpenor David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way


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The Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) is a captivating creature that can be found in various locations across Europe, including the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire, UK and County Clare in Munster, Republic of Ireland. With its distinct portrait and close-up shots showcasing its intricate features, such as the proboscis and compound eye, this moth truly mesmerizes. One particular image captures an Elephant Hawkmoth released from captivity after being collected as a larvae the previous year. This highlights the delicate balance between conservation efforts and appreciating these magnificent creatures up close. In another stunning photograph taken in Oxfordshire during July, we witness the vibrant beauty of this species against a backdrop of lush greenery. The butterfly-like colors displayed on its wings are reminiscent of vintage illustrations from c. 1860. Interestingly, we also see an Elephant Hawkmoth resting on its food plant - Rosebay Willowherb. This demonstrates their reliance on specific plants for survival and emphasizes their role within ecosystems. Whether it's Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve or any other habitat they inhabit, these images remind us of the importance of preserving our natural world for future generations to enjoy. The Elephant Hawkmoth serves as a reminder that even seemingly small creatures can have a big impact on our environment.