{"product_id":"framed-dark-kite-swallowtail-butterfly-rare-melanic-female-entomology-display","title":"Framed dark kite swallowtail butterfly: rare melanic female entomology 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\u003eEurytides philolaus, dark kite swallowtail, stunning stripey brown butterfly from Mexico, entomology gift, taxidermy butterfly, wall decor\nEurytides philolaus, commonly known as the Dark Zebra Swallowtail or Dark Kite-Swallowtail, is a butterfly species native to Central and South America.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMelanic form on females are extremely rare\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Dark Zebra Swallowtail is characterized by its dark colouration and distinctive zebra-like patterns on its wings. The wings have a velvety black background with white or pale yellowish stripes, resembling the stripes of a zebra.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis butterfly species is primarily found in tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America. It can be encountered in countries such as Mexico, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLike other butterflies, Eurytides philolaus undergo complete metamorphosis, which includes four stages: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult. As caterpillars, they likely feed on specific host plants, although the exact species may vary depending on their location within their range.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nWe 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":52889756172552,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1891","price":126.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889756205320,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1892","price":126.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889756238088,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1893","price":126.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889756270856,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1894","price":126.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d51c33ac8a399986511d9.png?v=1773168928","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-dark-kite-swallowtail-butterfly-rare-melanic-female-entomology-display","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}