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Home / Shop / Framed Butterflies / Framed Portis Morpho Butterfly (Morpho portis)

Framed Portis Morpho Butterfly (Morpho portis)

$62.00

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COMMON NAME: Portis Morpho Butterfly
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Morpho portis
LOCALITY: South America
FRAME SIZE:  6″ x 6″ x 1.25″

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SKU: F1258 Categories: Framed Butterflies, Frames Tags: 6x6 Frame, Blue, Central & South America, framed butterfly, morpho butterfly, Morpho portis
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Description

This blue Amazon butterfly has a silvery blue coloring, which is the result of microscopic scales which reflect light. This unique quality has inspired technological applications including photonic structures and solar panel technology. The Morpho portis is one of the first Morpho species named and was discovered in 1822 by Hübner. Other Morpho species available.

Framed PORTIS MORPHO 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

Learn about our ethically sourced specimens.

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Additional information

Frame color

Black Frame, Dark Walnut Frame, White Frame

Brand

Bug Under Glass

Manufacturer

Bug Under Glass

Sorry we do not ship our Framed Specimens outside of the US, only Jewelry.

SHIPPING COSTS:
• FREE SHIPPING on all US based orders
•  $13 for all international jewelry

SHIPPING TIME:
• I ship most orders the next business day but some orders can take up to 4 days to fill.

SHIPPING NOTIFICATION:
• All orders ship with tracking and I will email you when I ship your order.
• I ship via USPS Priority Mail or Fed Ex, depending on size of order.

RETURNS:
• If you are not 100% satisfied with your selection, you can return or exchange it within 7 days of receipt. Recipient is responsible for return shipping.

Contact me with any questions you have.

CARE OF INSECT DISPLAYS:

• Like all fine art, keep insect frames out of direct sunlight and areas of high humidity.

CARE AND CLEANING OF BUTTERFLY WING JEWELRY:

• Sterling silver and glass pendants, earrings, rings and cuff links can be polished with soft polishing cloth when tarnished.
• Butterfly wing jewelry is not waterproof.

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Bug Under Glass™ is a collection of biological art combining conservation, natural history and design.
Every piece is designed and handcrafted in Sonoma Country using museum grade materials and sustainable specimens.

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