The tip of the the Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) wing is camouflaged to resemble the head of a cobra snake. When disturbed, the Atlas moth falls to the ground and writhes about to complete the illusion.
The tip of the the Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) wing is camouflaged to resemble the head of a cobra snake. When disturbed, the Atlas moth falls to the ground and writhes about to complete the illusion.
Wow nature is amazing. Moths have predators and this Atlas Moth has developed a unique way of fooling them into thinking it is a very dangerous snake.