{"product_id":"framed-marpesia-harmonia-pair-pale-daggerwing-butterfly-nature-art-8-x-10","title":"Framed Marpesia Harmonia Pair, Pale Daggerwing Butterfly, Nature Art (8\" x 10\")","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 harmonia pair, the pale daggerwing butterfly, framed butterfly, taxidermy butterfly, entomology present, nature art, frame 8\" x 10\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMarpesia harmonia, commonly known as the pale daggerwing, is a striking butterfly species belonging to the family Nymphalidae. It is easily recognized by its elongated hindwings, which taper into distinctive tails resembling a dagger—hence the common name. The upper side of its wings is typically a pale brown or tan color, with subtle, wavy dark lines and occasional orange or yellowish hues near the body. The underside is more cryptic, providing effective camouflage when the butterfly is at rest with its wings closed. This elegant species is admired not only for its shape but also for its graceful flight and delicate patterning.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe pale daggerwing is primarily distributed throughout Central and South America, with its range extending from Mexico down through Colombia and into parts of the Amazon basin. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests, especially in areas with abundant vegetation and near water sources like rivers or streams. Marpesia harmonia tends to prefer lower elevations but may also be observed in mid-elevation forests. As with many butterflies, its presence and abundance can be a good indicator of local environmental health.\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":52889838813448,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1721","price":35.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896578273544,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1722","price":35.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52896578306312,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1723","price":35.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896578339080,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1724","price":35.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d500c3ac8a3999864b0ba.png?v=1774891894","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-marpesia-harmonia-pair-pale-daggerwing-butterfly-nature-art-8-x-10","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}