{"product_id":"framed-baja-giant-swallowtail-butterfly-rare-entomology-display-8-x-8","title":"Framed baja giant swallowtail butterfly: rare entomology display (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\u003ePapilio astyalus bajensis female the Baja Giant Swallowtail, Rare to find, BCS Mexico, entomology gift, Framed 8\" X 8\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease note: This specimen has undergone some repairs to the underside of its wings and is being sold in its current, as-shown condition. Unique specimen\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Papilio astyalus bajensis, commonly known as the Baja Giant Swallowtail, is a subspecies of Papilio astyalus, one of the largest swallowtail butterflies in the Americas. The female of this subspecies is particularly striking, showcasing broad wings with a strong contrast between its dark brown to black base color and prominent yellow bands that run across the forewings and hindwings. These bands are typically more pronounced in females, and the hindwings also feature tails characteristic of the Papilio genus. The underside of the wings is lighter, with warm golden and brown tones accented by subtle spots. Females tend to be slightly larger than males and display more rounded wings, enhancing their elegant appearance.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePapilio astyalus bajensis is geographically restricted to the Baja California Peninsula in Mexico, hence the name \"bajensis.\" It inhabits warm, semi-arid to tropical environments where citrus and other Rutaceae host plants are available for its larvae. While the broader species, Papilio astyalus, ranges from the southern United States to South America, the bajensis subspecies is localized and adapted to the unique ecological conditions of Baja California. This regional distribution, along with slight morphological distinctions, makes it of particular interest to collectors and lepidopterists focused on geographic variation within butterfly species.\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 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 \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887738188040,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES840","price":130.87,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887738220808,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES841","price":130.87,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887738253576,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES842","price":130.87,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887738286344,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES843","price":130.87,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"MOUNTED NO FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887738319112,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES844","price":130.87,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"MOUNTED NO FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887738351880,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES845","price":130.87,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/697e26e23641577d0ffc94a1_c51825b6-d158-4551-9a03-7f82b2f7ef82.png?v=1774896114","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-baja-giant-swallowtail-butterfly-rare-entomology-display-8-x-8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}