{"product_id":"actinote-alcione-the-alcione-crescent-wall-decor-taxidermy-gift-entomology-present-ethically-soured-wall-decor-frame-4-x-4","title":"Framed Alcione Crescent Butterfly, Ethically Sourced Taxidermy Gift, 4x4","description":"Order limit: $250 (approx. £187) per transaction.\u003cbr\u003eIf you'd like to purchase more, please place separate orders. I’ll happily refund any extra shipping costs.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eActinote alcione, the Alcione Crescent, wall decor, taxidermy gift, entomology present, ethically soured, wall decor, frame 4\" x 4\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e**Actinote alcione**, commonly known as the *Alcione Crescent* or *Alcione Actinote*, is a striking species of butterfly belonging to the subfamily Heliconiinae within the family Nymphalidae. This butterfly is characterized by its warm orange-brown hues, often contrasted with darker brown or black markings on the forewings and hindwings. The patterning can vary slightly among individuals, but it typically features semi-translucent areas and a reticulated design that gives the wings a delicate, netted appearance. These butterflies are often seen basking in sunlight with their wings spread flat, showing off their vivid coloration that acts as a warning to predators about their unpalatability.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e**Actinote alcione** is native to parts of South America, particularly found in countries like Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia. It inhabits subtropical and tropical environments, including cloud forests and forest edges where host plants from the Asteraceae family are abundant. The larvae of this species are known to feed in groups and are often covered in fine hairs, offering them protection from predators. Like many other Actinote species, A. alcione plays a role in the complex mimicry networks of the Neotropics, imitating or being mimicked by other toxic or distasteful butterflies. This mimicry, coupled with their ecological role as herbivores and prey, makes them an integral part of their local ecosystems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of conserving the rainforest where they fly and developing responsible conscious trading.\nThis allows us to support local ranching farms with ethically sourced material and help at the same time collectors and enthusiasts to contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease consider that the specimen you will receive may slightly differ in size, shape or colour from the picture shown as you are purchasing a natural product.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease note: In our selection of white frames, the inner box frame—the part that creates the depth of the shadow box—is currently only available in black, as white versions are not available at this time. The outer frame remains white.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis detail has not been an issue in over six years of offering this product, but we wanted to proactively inform you to ensure full transparency.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis applies only to deep frame items. Shadow boxes, if selected, come with a white inner frame.","brand":"INSECTRUM","offers":[{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887744708872,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1948","price":27.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896720290056,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1949","price":27.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52896720322824,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1950","price":27.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896720355592,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1951","price":27.51,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d607d3ac8a3999868839d_81ded7a7-94d1-4c8d-b9b0-fc715ac9a912.png?v=1774644919","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/actinote-alcione-the-alcione-crescent-wall-decor-taxidermy-gift-entomology-present-ethically-soured-wall-decor-frame-4-x-4","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}