Wood's Jewel Scarab entomology Chilasa paradoxa is a swallowtail

Chilasa paradoxa is a swallowtail butterfly found in India and parts of South-East Asia

Ambragaena ambra is a black and brown cicada that can be found in Thailand

and if caught

Acherontia atropos is commonly found in southern parts of Europe and throughout much of Africa

Wood's Jewel Scarab entomology Chilasa paradoxa is a swallowtailChrysina woodii is a species of shining leaf chafer in the family of beetles known as Scarabaeidae. They can range from the Southwestern edge of the US to as far south as Ecuador. And their ideal habitats are in pine, juniper, or pine oak forests. They are typically nocturnal, but come readily to lights. The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly at Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles, California. This specimen is encased in a 3x4 frame.