{"product_id":"framed-parides-montezuma-butterfly-black-red-mexico-4x4","title":"Framed parides montezuma butterfly: black \u0026 red, Mexico, 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\u003eParides montezuma tulana, Papilio montezuma Westwood, papilio montezuma Westwood, small black and red butterfly from Mexico, frame 6\" x 6\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eParides montezuma, commonly known as Montezuma's Cattleheart, is a striking butterfly belonging to the Papilionidae family. It is characterized by its brownish-black forewings and a distinct row of vibrant red crescent-shaped spots along the margins of its hindwings. With a wingspan typically ranging from 60 to 70 millimetres, this medium-sized swallowtail is noted for its ability to sequester toxins from its host plants, such as the pipevine genus Aristolochia, which serves as a chemical defence against predators. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe distribution of Montezuma's Cattleheart spans the Neotropical realm, primarily from Mexico through Central America to Costa Rica. It is most common in the northern parts of its range, particularly in Mexico, and becomes increasingly rare as it reaches its southern limit in Costa Rica. These butterflies typically inhabit dry forests, gardens, and meadows, where they can be found from sea level up to elevations of approximately 700 metres (2,300 feet)\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.\nPlease 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":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221258461448,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2417","price":28.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221258494216,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2418","price":28.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221258526984,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2419","price":28.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221258559752,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2420","price":28.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/6a05d8b0fee7cb5d4a2a604f.png?v=1778768058","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-parides-montezuma-butterfly-black-red-mexico-4x4","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}