{"product_id":"framed-ascolius-swallowtail-taxidermy-ethically-sourced-butterfly-display","title":"Framed Ascolius Swallowtail Taxidermy, Ethically Sourced Butterfly Display","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\u003ePapilio ascolius ascolius swallowtail, taxidermy gift, entomology present, nature art, ethically sourced, wall decor, nature art\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Papilio ascolius, commonly known as the Ascolius Swallowtail, is a striking butterfly native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, particularly found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Papua New Guinea. It features a distinctive appearance, with vibrant yellow wings adorned with bold black markings, strikingly contrasting it. The forewings are elongated and pointed, typical of the swallowtail family, while the hindwings exhibit tail-like extensions.\nThe etymology of the name “ascolius” is derived from the Greek word “askolios,” meaning “bent,” possibly referring to the distinctive shape of its wings. A fascinating curiosity about this butterfly is its mimicry of the toxic Papilio species, which helps it avoid predation by birds and other predators. This evolutionary adaptation allows the Ascolius Swallowtail to thrive in its environment, showcasing the remarkable diversity and complexity of butterfly behaviors in nature.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they protect the rainforest where they fly and develop responsible, conscious trading.\nThis allows us to support local ranching farms with ethically sourced material and, at the same time, help collectors and enthusiasts contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease Be Aware: The specimen you will receive may differ in size, shape or colour very slightly since 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":52889835700488,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2686","price":69.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889835733256,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2687","price":69.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889835766024,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2688","price":69.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889835798792,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2689","price":69.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d4c5e3ac8a39998644f10.png?v=1773166918","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-ascolius-swallowtail-taxidermy-ethically-sourced-butterfly-display","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}