{"product_id":"framed-imperial-moth-yellow-veracruz-specimen-6-shadowbox","title":"Framed Imperial Moth, Yellow Veracruz Specimen, 6\" Shadowbox","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\u003eEacles imperialis, the imperial moth, stunning yellow moth from Los Tuxtlas, Veracruz, Mexico, framed 6\" X 6\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEacles imperialis, commonly known as the imperial moth, is a large and strikingly colorful member of the Saturniidae family. Its distribution spans a vast range, from southern Canada through the eastern United States to Mexico and as far south as Argentina, making it the most widespread species in its genus . In North America, it inhabits diverse ecosystems, including deciduous, coniferous, and mixed forests, as well as suburban areas where host plants like pine, oak, maple, and sweetgum are available . The species exhibits regional variations, with subspecies such as *E. i. pini* adapted to coniferous forests in northern regions like Quebec and Michigan, while the nominate subspecies *E. i. imperialis* is historically found from New England to the Florida Keys, though its range has contracted in some areas . Adults are notable for their impressive wingspan of 80–174 mm (3–7 inches) and vibrant yellow wings adorned with pink, purple, or brown markings, which provide camouflage against autumn foliage .\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDespite its broad distribution, the imperial moth has experienced significant declines in parts of its northern range, particularly in New England, where it is now largely restricted to Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts . Threats include habitat fragmentation, pesticide use, light pollution disrupting mating behaviors, and introduced parasitoids targeting related moth species . Conservation efforts focus on preserving its disturbance-dependent habitats, such as pitch pine-scrub oak barrens, which are critical for its survival in regions like Massachusetts . The moth’s lifecycle—spanning egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages—relies heavily on specific host plants, with larvae displaying striking color morphs ranging from green to dark brown, depending on diet and environment . Though adults lack functional mouthparts and live only about a week to reproduce, their ecological role as prey and their larvae’s polyphagous feeding habits underscore their importance in forest ecosystems .\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":"Default Title","offer_id":52887241031944,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES908","price":36.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d5c853ac8a39998678189.png?v=1773575980","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-imperial-moth-yellow-veracruz-specimen-6-shadowbox","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}