{"product_id":"dysdaemonia-boreas-dead-leaf-moth-saturnidae-wall-decor-nature-art-entomology-gift-taxidermy-present-bug-collection-ethically-source","title":"Framed Dead Leaf Moth, Ethically Sourced Entomology Wall Art","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\u003eDysdaemonia boreas, Dead Leaf Moth, Saturnidae, wall decor, nature art, entomology gift, taxidermy present, bug collection, ethically sourced\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDysdaemonia boreas, commonly known as the Dead Leaf Moth, belongs to the Saturnidae family. It gets its name from its remarkable camouflage, mimicking a dead leaf. This illusion is created by its brown, mottled wings, patterned with dark and light patches resembling leaf veins, making it nearly invisible on forest floors or tree trunks. The forewings have a curved, scalloped edge, enhancing the leaf-like appearance, while the hindwings reveal a contrasting pattern with eyespots when spread, used to startle predators.\nThis species is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, mainly in the rainforests of Ecuador, Colombia, and northern Brazil. The genus name, Dysdaemonia, may derive from Greek roots referring to misfortune or supernatural, hinting at its ghostly camouflage, while boreas is Latin for the north wind, possibly referencing its broad range. Known for its impressive mimicry, the Dead Leaf Moth is a favored subject for entomologists and collectors alike.\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 FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889837699336,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2777","price":50.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896604782856,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2778","price":50.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52896604815624,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2779","price":50.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896604848392,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2780","price":50.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d4f083ac8a3999864805a.png?v=1773560425","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/dysdaemonia-boreas-dead-leaf-moth-saturnidae-wall-decor-nature-art-entomology-gift-taxidermy-present-bug-collection-ethically-source","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}