{"product_id":"framed-green-eyed-owl-butterfly-costa-rican-entomology-art-8x8","title":"Framed green-eyed owl butterfly: costa rican entomology art (8x8)","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\u003eDynastor macrosiris strix female, Green-eyed Owl-Butterfly, butterfly from Costa Rica, framed butterfly, Entomology Art, 8x8, rare\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe *Dynastor macrosiris strix*, commonly known as the Green-eyed Owl-Butterfly, is a remarkable butterfly species found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica. The female of this species is particularly striking, with large, dark brown wings adorned with eye-catching patterns that resemble owl eyes. These \"eyes\" are bright green and are located on the underside of the hindwings, giving the butterfly its \"green-eyed\" moniker. The forewings are darker, with a subtle mix of browns and oranges, adding to the butterfly's overall camouflage. With a wingspan of around 80-100 mm, the Green-eyed Owl-Butterfly is a medium to large-sized butterfly that is easily recognizable by its unique markings.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Green-eyed Owl-Butterfly inhabits the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, where it thrives in the shaded, dense environments of lowland and montane forests. The female butterfly is often seen perched motionless on tree trunks or large leaves, using its cryptic wing patterns to avoid predators. Its large, owl-like eyes on the hindwings serve as a defense mechanism, deterring potential threats by mimicking the eyes of a larger predator. This species primarily feeds on the nectar of flowers, and its larvae feed on a variety of host plants. While *Dynastor macrosiris strix* is not considered endangered, its habitat is increasingly threatened by deforestation, making conservation efforts in its native regions essential to preserving this stunning 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 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 \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887238770952,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES278","price":62.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896791036168,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES279","price":62.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52896791068936,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES280","price":62.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896791101704,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES281","price":62.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d5c3f3ac8a39998676b9b.png?v=1775385294","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-green-eyed-owl-butterfly-costa-rican-entomology-art-8x8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}