Framed Mocker Swallowtail

Product Description

The African Mocker swallowtail represents one of the most interesting and puzzling cases of evolution in the animal world. The males are distributed throughout all of sub-Saharan Africa and look the same. However, the females exist in at least 14 different variations with more waiting to be discovered. This makes the butterfly a favorite subject of geneticists who have long been interested in the mechanisms by which a single gene can produce so many difference varieties. The females are also mimics of several distasteful butterflies of different species to deter predators.

FRAMED MOCKER SWALLOWTAIL DETAILS:
► UV blocking conservation glass (so colors/details won’t fade)
► Museum quality shadowbox frame
► Archival materials (Acid and Lignin free mounting papers)
► 6” H x 6” W x 1¼ “ D. (choose frame color: black, walnut, white)
► Hook attached to hang on wall or can also stand on its own
► Natural history story about the specimen comes on a vintage style museum label.
► Gift box with info about sustainable butterfly origin and care of display.
► Professionally made by an entomologist in Sonoma County California.

FRAMED WITH UV BLOCKING GLASS:
UV rays are one of the most significant sources of degradation in museum artwork so we use Tru-Vue Conservation Clear UV blocking glass which blocks 99% of UV rays so you can enjoy your insect art for decades.

BEST OF BUGS:
We take great pride in designing and making our high quality insect art and have over 5,000 5-star reviews, the most on the Internet for this category.  Our framed insect displays have been recognized by Pottery Barn, West Elm, Apartment Therapy, Herman Miller and won the BEST of HOUZZ award (leading home design site) for 2014 & 2015. see all our awards and press.

SHIPPING COSTS:

Flat rate shipping of $9.95 for all Framed Insect Art no matter how many you purchase.

Jewelry has a flat rate of $3.75 per order and $13 for international shipping.

Framed Insects cannot be shipped outside of United States due to exporting restrictions.

SHIPPING TIME:

Your order will ship within 1 to 4 business days and include a tracking number.  I strive to get most orders out within a day.  

RETURNS:

If you are not 100% satisfied with your selection, you can return or exchange it within 7 days of receipt.

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

Butterfly wing jewelry is not waterproof and care should be taken to avoid contact with moisture, as this could damage the wing. When not wearing, store in a cool dark dry place to preserve the colors. Polish with a soft silver polishing cloth.