{"product_id":"framed-rice-paper-butterfly-taxidermy-idea-idea-x2-entomology-gift-1","title":"Framed Rice Paper Butterfly Taxidermy, Idea Idea X2, Entomology Gift","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\u003eIdea Idea X2, the rice paper butterfly from Indonesia, large black and white butterfly, taxidermy butterfly, entomology gift, 8x10 inches\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe **Idea idea**, commonly known as the **Paper Kite Butterfly** or **Rice Paper Butterfly**, is a large and graceful species belonging to the **Danainae** subfamily of the **Nymphalidae** family. Native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Taiwan, this butterfly is known for its striking black-and-white patterned wings that resemble delicate rice paper. With a wingspan of about **12–14 cm (4.7–5.5 inches)**, its slow, floating flight style makes it a mesmerizing sight in tropical rainforests and butterfly gardens. The Paper Kite Butterfly thrives in warm, humid environments and is often found fluttering around coastal mangroves and lowland forests where its host plants, primarily **Milkweed (Apocynaceae family)**, grow.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOne of the most fascinating aspects of the **Paper Kite Butterfly** is its unpalatability to predators, which it acquires from consuming toxic milkweed as a caterpillar. This characteristic, similar to the Monarch butterfly, acts as a natural defense mechanism against birds and other predators. The butterfly’s gentle, gliding flight pattern and large wings make it a popular attraction in butterfly conservatories worldwide. Additionally, its life cycle follows the typical **complete metamorphosis** of butterflies—egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult—displaying a captivating transformation. Often associated with peace and beauty, the Paper Kite Butterfly is not just an ecological marvel but also a symbol of delicate elegance in the natural world.\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":"The Insectrum Company","offers":[{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":56502089941256,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2765","price":62.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":56502089974024,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2766","price":62.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":56502090006792,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2767","price":62.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":56502090039560,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES2768","price":62.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69eaf230dea0abea362620d2.png?v=1777005140","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-rice-paper-butterfly-taxidermy-idea-idea-x2-entomology-gift-1","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}