For something so beautiful the Comet Moth has a very short and stressful life.
When the moths emerge from their cocoons as adults, they no longer feed on plants to survive.
Although they have both a mouth and a gut, neither functions. As they have no way to take in energy, the moths only live for six to eight days. It's a race against time as they try to find a mate and reproduce.
Frame size 28.5cm x 23.5cm OD
*All insects and animals have been ethically sourced and are non-protected species