{"product_id":"framed-many-banded-daggerwing-butterfly-taxidermy-nature-art-4x4","title":"Framed Many-Banded Daggerwing Butterfly Taxidermy, Nature Art (4x4)","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\u003eMarpesia chiron marius, back view, many-banded daggerwing butterfly, framed butterfly, taxidermy butterfly, nature art, 4\" x 4\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMarpesia chiron marius, commonly known as the many-banded daggerwing, is a subspecies of butterfly within the family Nymphalidae. It is characterized by its elongated hindwings which form sharp \"tails,\" giving the appearance of a dagger — a trait typical of daggerwing butterflies. The many-banded daggerwing features striking orange and brown hues with a series of bold, light-colored bands running across the wings, helping it blend into its surroundings when at rest. This coloration serves both for camouflage and as a warning signal to predators.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn terms of distribution, Marpesia chiron marius is primarily found in parts of Central and South America, ranging from southern Mexico through Central America, and extending into the northern regions of South America. Its preferred habitats include tropical and subtropical forests, particularly in areas where host plants such as members of the fig family (Moraceae) are abundant. This butterfly is typically encountered at the edges of forests, along rivers, and in clearings where it actively feeds on fermenting fruit and tree sap.\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 FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887210852616,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2008","price":24.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887210885384,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2009","price":24.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887210918152,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2010","price":24.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887210950920,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2011","price":24.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69caace3648aace8fa3d8a54_2ba74cd9-12b8-49d9-a9e5-d89b865960b7.png?v=1774896315","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-many-banded-daggerwing-butterfly-taxidermy-nature-art-4x4","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}