{"product_id":"rare-male-of-schoenbergs-owl-butterfly-cream-orange-entomology-art-8x8","title":"Rare male of schoenberg's owl butterfly: cream \u0026 orange entomology art (8\"x8\")","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\u003eTaenaris schoenbergi, rare male, cream and orange butterfly, the Schoenberg's Leafwing, entomology butterfly, nature art, (11.7x8.3 A4)\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Taenaris schoenbergi, a butterfly species native to New Guinea, is a rare and striking member of the subfamily Nymphalidae. The female of this species is particularly unique, displaying muted yet elegant coloration that makes it stand out among other butterflies. She has large, broad wings that are primarily brown with a delicate overlay of creamy white and light yellowish patterns. The forewings are adorned with subtle, irregular markings, while the hindwings exhibit lighter, pale brown tones, often with faint, dark lines and spots. Her wings, with their soft and understated colors, provide a perfect camouflage among the dense foliage of New Guinea's rainforests. The female's striking yet unobtrusive appearance aids her in blending seamlessly into her environment, especially while she rests on tree trunks or undergrowth.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDespite its captivating beauty, Taenaris schoenbergi is considered rare and difficult to find, primarily due to its limited distribution and the specific habitat requirements of the butterfly. Found only in certain regions of New Guinea, it is confined to tropical rainforest environments where the right conditions for its survival are met. The butterfly's rarity is partly due to the ongoing loss of habitat in its native regions, which further limits its population. Because of its elusive nature and specific habitat needs, spotting this butterfly in the wild is a rare event, making it a highly sought-after specimen for butterfly enthusiasts and researchers. Conservation efforts are crucial for preserving the delicate ecosystems of New Guinea to ensure that this unique butterfly species continues to survive in its natural habitat.\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":52887739662600,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES787","price":78.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889786482952,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES788","price":78.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889786515720,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES789","price":78.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889786548488,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES790","price":78.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/697e270d3641577d0ffc9a46.png?v=1774896045","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/rare-male-of-schoenbergs-owl-butterfly-cream-orange-entomology-art-8x8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}