{"product_id":"heliconius-telesiphe-the-red-rim-longwing-butterfly-wall-decor-taxidermy-gift-entomology-present-frame-6-x-6","title":"Red-rim Longwing Butterfly Taxidermy Display, Framed Entomology Gift (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\u003eHeliconius telesiphe, the Red-rim longwing butterfly, wall decor, taxidermy gift, entomology present, frame 6\" x 6\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHeliconius telesiphe, commonly known as the Red-rim Longwing, is a striking butterfly belonging to the family Nymphalidae and the subfamily Heliconiinae. It is most recognized for its velvety black wings adorned with a vivid red or crimson patch near the forewing apex, giving rise to its common name. Like other Heliconius species, it displays Müllerian mimicry and participates in complex mimicry rings with other butterflies to ward off predators. The species has elongated wings, a slow and graceful flight, and is typically seen gliding around the edges of forests in the tropical lowlands and montane regions of Central and South America.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis butterfly is native to a range stretching from southern Mexico through Central America and into the Andean regions of countries like Ecuador and Peru. Heliconius telesiphe tends to inhabit humid tropical forests and cloud forests, especially at mid to high elevations. It is also one of the Heliconius species known for its remarkable behaviors such as pollen feeding, which provides extended lifespans and boosts reproductive success. The caterpillars feed on Passiflora species (passion vines), often preferring those with toxic compounds, which make both larvae and adults unpalatable to predators. This combination of vivid coloration, mimicry, and complex ecology makes the Red-rim Longwing a fascinating subject for both scientists and nature enthusiasts.\nWe firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of conserving the rainforest where they fly and developing 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 consider that the specimen 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":52887744512264,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1961","price":29.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896722157832,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1962","price":29.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52896722190600,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1963","price":29.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896722223368,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1964","price":29.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d60783ac8a39998687fd6_4e282db1-7a07-43e5-a71d-2bb838d0baf8.png?v=1774643544","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/heliconius-telesiphe-the-red-rim-longwing-butterfly-wall-decor-taxidermy-gift-entomology-present-frame-6-x-6","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}