{"product_id":"drucina-zacariasi-guerrero-mexico-rarity-high-mountain-butterfly-frame-8-x-8","title":"Drucina zacariasi | guerrero mexico | rarity | high mountain butterfly | frame 8\" x 8\"","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\u003eDrucina zacariasi | Guerrero Mexico | Rarity | high mountain butterfly | frame 8\" x 8\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStatus: very rare\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e*Drucina zacariasi* is a recently described butterfly species from the mountainous region of Guerrero, Mexico. It belongs to the *Nymphalidae* family and is part of the *Drucina* genus. This butterfly is characterized by its rich, dark brown wings adorned with subtle blue markings. The forewings have a deep brown hue with hints of orange along the edges, while the hindwings feature delicate white or pale orange patches. These contrasting colors give *Drucina zacariasi* a distinct appearance, though it can be somewhat cryptic in its native habitat, blending well with the forest floor. The wingspan of this butterfly ranges from 40 to 60 mm, making it a small to medium-sized species.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe species was first described in recent years, highlighting the biodiversity of the Mexican region and the ongoing discovery of new species in its diverse ecosystems. *Drucina zacariasi* inhabits the cloud forests of Guerrero, where it is found at higher altitudes. It is a rare species and has been observed primarily in its native habitat, where it feeds on the nectar of various native plants. Due to its relatively recent discovery, little is known about its population status or specific ecological role, but like many species from this area, it is likely vulnerable to habitat disruption from deforestation and human activities. The documentation of *Drucina zacariasi* underscores the importance of conservation efforts in preserving Mexico’s rich and often unstudied biodiversity.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of the conservation of the rainforest where they fly and the development of 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 take into consideration that the specimen that 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","offer_id":53221180047624,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4460","price":295.01,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE","offer_id":53221180080392,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4461","price":295.01,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/697e2ec33641577d0ffe1ffe.png?v=1773577449","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/drucina-zacariasi-guerrero-mexico-rarity-high-mountain-butterfly-frame-8-x-8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}