{"product_id":"actinote-negra-the-negra-tigerwing-wall-decor-taxidermy-gift-entomology-present-ethically-soured-wall-decor-frame-4-x-4","title":"Negra Tigerwing Butterfly Framed Taxidermy, Ethically Sourced Wall Decor (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 negra, the Negra Tigerwing, wall decor, taxidermy gift, entomology present, ethically soured, wall decor, frame 4\" x 4\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe *Actinote negra*, commonly known as the Negra Tigerwing, is a species of butterfly belonging to the subfamily Heliconiinae within the Nymphalidae family. This butterfly is primarily found in South America, particularly in tropical and subtropical forests where it thrives in warm, humid conditions. The *Actinote negra* is known for its striking black and orange coloration, which serves as a warning to predators about its unpalatability, a common trait among butterflies that belong to the Heliconiini tribe. These butterflies exhibit Müllerian mimicry, meaning they resemble other toxic species to reinforce their warning signals to potential predators.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLike other members of the *Actinote* genus, the *Actinote negra* has a slow, graceful flight and is often seen fluttering near host plants, where females lay their eggs. The larvae primarily feed on Passifloraceae plants, which provide them with toxic compounds that make both the caterpillar and adult butterfly distasteful to predators. Their presence in ecosystems plays an essential role in pollination, as they frequently visit flowers for nectar. Due to habitat destruction and climate change, populations of *Actinote negra* may be at risk in some regions, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts to protect their natural habitats.\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":52887749394696,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1745","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889796280584,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1746","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889796313352,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1747","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889796346120,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1748","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d61ab3ac8a3999868d51e.png?v=1774646072","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/actinote-negra-the-negra-tigerwing-wall-decor-taxidermy-gift-entomology-present-ethically-soured-wall-decor-frame-4-x-4","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}