{"product_id":"framed-gold-rim-swallowtail-butterfly-taxidermy-entomology-gift-6x6","title":"Framed Gold Rim Swallowtail Butterfly Taxidermy, Entomology Gift (6x6)","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\u003eBattus polydamas male, The Gold Rim Swallowtail, taxidermy butterfly, framed butterfly, Christmas present, entomology gift 6x6\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBattus polydamas, commonly known as the Polydamas Swallowtail or Gold Rim Swallowtail, is a striking butterfly species belonging to the family Papilionidae. Unlike most swallowtails, this species lacks the characteristic \"tail\" extensions on its hindwings. It is easily recognizable by its velvety black wings bordered with a broad yellow or gold band, and red spots on the body and underside of the wings. The caterpillars feed primarily on plants from the Aristolochia genus (commonly known as pipevines), which makes them toxic to many predators—a defense mechanism shared by other butterflies that mimic its appearance.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Polydamas Swallowtail is widely distributed across the Americas. Its range includes the southern United States (especially in states like Florida and Texas), Central America, the Caribbean, and much of South America, including countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina. The species thrives in warm, tropical to subtropical habitats such as gardens, open woodlands, and forest edges. It is often seen in flight throughout much of the year in warmer climates, particularly where host plants are abundant.\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 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":53221247484168,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES149","price":33.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221247516936,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES150","price":33.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221247549704,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES151","price":33.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221247582472,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES152","price":33.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d53ae3ac8a39998658f35.png?v=1773561645","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-gold-rim-swallowtail-butterfly-taxidermy-entomology-gift-6x6","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}