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A large hawk-moth found in Japan and Korea with prominent blue and black eyespots on the hindwings. When threatened, it flashes these eyespots to startle predators. Related to the European eyed hawk-moth.
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When disturbed, this moth suddenly reveals its hindwing eyespots while vibrating its wings, creating a startling 'face' display that frightens away birds.