{"product_id":"framed-queen-victoria-birdwing-butterfly-ornithoptera-victoriae-10-x-10","title":"Framed Queen Victoria Birdwing Butterfly: Ornithoptera Victoriae (10\" 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\u003eOrnithoptera Victoriae maramasikensis, the Queen Victoria's birdwing, a rare red coloration form, frame 10\" x 10\", available not framed\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e*Ornithoptera victoriae maramasikensis* is a subspecies of *Ornithoptera victoriae*, commonly known as the Queen Victoria’s birdwing butterfly. This particular subspecies is endemic to the Solomon Islands, specifically found on Maramasike, a smaller island in the archipelago. Males display striking iridescent green and black coloration on their wings, with metallic hues that shimmer under sunlight, making them highly recognizable. The females, in contrast, are larger and exhibit a more subdued color palette of brown, cream, and white markings, providing better camouflage in their forested habitats. Like other members of the *Ornithoptera* genus, these butterflies have elongated forewings and broad hindwings, which contribute to their elegant flight patterns.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe *O. victoriae maramasikensis* subspecies, like others in its genus, relies on specific host plants from the *Aristolochia* family for its larvae. These plants contain toxic compounds that the caterpillars ingest, making them unpalatable to predators. Due to habitat destruction and potential illegal collection for the butterfly trade, conservation efforts are essential for their survival. Because of their beauty and ecological importance as pollinators, this subspecies remains a subject of interest among lepidopterists and conservationists. Efforts to protect their natural habitat in the Solomon Islands, along with breeding programs, play a crucial role in ensuring the continued survival of this rare and magnificent butterfly.\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":"WITH NAME TAG \/ FRAMED","offer_id":56502076604680,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES230","price":269.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ MOUNTED","offer_id":56502076637448,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES231","price":249.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ PAPERED","offer_id":56502076670216,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES232","price":239.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ FRAMED","offer_id":56502076702984,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES233","price":269.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ MOUNTED","offer_id":56502076735752,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES234","price":249.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ PAPERED","offer_id":56502076768520,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES235","price":239.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/68f669ac173cf5042d5874f8.png?v=1775795669","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-queen-victoria-birdwing-butterfly-ornithoptera-victoriae-10-x-10","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}