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COMMON NAME: Giant Swordtail Butterfly
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Graphium androcles
LOCALITY: Asia
FRAME SIZE:  6″ x 6″ x 1.25″

Description

Swordtail butterflies are named for their long tails protruding from their hindwing. This specimen, Graphium androcles, has the largest tails in the group. These tails are thought to be a decoy to predators, who think these tails are the tasty neck and abdomen area of the butterfly.

Framed BUTTERFLY SPECIMEN Details:
• 99% UV blocking conservation glass and acid & lignin free mounting papers.
• Gallery quality wood shadowbox frame with hanger
• Antique style museum label with natural history story about the specimen.
• Gift box
• Handmade in Sonoma County California

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Brand

Bug Under Glass

Manufacturer

Bug Under Glass

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CARE AND CLEANING OF BUTTERFLY WING JEWELRY:

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• Butterfly wing jewelry is not waterproof.