Add a natural history piece to your wall with this Red-Spot Sawtooth Butterfly (Prioneris philonome). This specimen showcases striking white and black veined wings on its dorsal side and is beautifully centered between two real dried floral arrangements. The entire display is set against a deep black velvet background inside a black 5×7 shadow box frame complete with ornate gold filigree corners and a convenient hanging hook.
Fun Facts: While the top side of this butterfly's wings features a clean black-and-white pattern, the underside hides bright yellow blocks with a vibrant patch of red at the base. This bold coloring is actually a clever protective strategy called Müllerian mimicry. The Red-Spot Sawtooth evolves to look almost identical to the toxic Common Jezebel butterfly. By matching the visual warning signs of a genuinely poisonous species, it successfully tricks hungry birds into looking elsewhere for a snack.
Disclaimer : This specimen was sustainably sourced and passed naturally. Each specimen may not be in perfect condition due to the life it lived. Learn more about how specimens are sourced by clicking here
Care Instructions : Please be mindful that nature art is organic and fragile. Specimen should be kept out of direct sunlight or any room that may have increased humidity and be sure to handle with care.
Add a natural history piece to your wall with this Red-Spot Sawtooth Butterfly (Prioneris philonome). This specimen showcases striking white and black veined wings on its dorsal side and is beautifully centered between two real dried floral arrangements. The entire display is set against a deep black velvet background inside a black 5×7 shadow box frame complete with ornate gold filigree corners and a convenient hanging hook.
Fun Facts: While the top side of this butterfly's wings features a clean black-and-white pattern, the underside hides bright yellow blocks with a vibrant patch of red at the base. This bold coloring is actually a clever protective strategy called Müllerian mimicry. The Red-Spot Sawtooth evolves to look almost identical to the toxic Common Jezebel butterfly. By matching the visual warning signs of a genuinely poisonous species, it successfully tricks hungry birds into looking elsewhere for a snack.
Disclaimer : This specimen was sustainably sourced and passed naturally. Each specimen may not be in perfect condition due to the life it lived. Learn more about how specimens are sourced by clicking here
Care Instructions : Please be mindful that nature art is organic and fragile. Specimen should be kept out of direct sunlight or any room that may have increased humidity and be sure to handle with care.
