Eyes on the Wall Moth Collection
A collection of three preserved IO moths.
COMMON NAME: Io Moth
SPECIES: Automeris io
LOCALITY: North America
SHADOWBOX SIZE: 9″ x 11″ x 1.25″
SHADOWBOX COLOR: pick from BLACK, WHITE, OR DARK WALNUT.
MUSEUM QUALITY SHADOWBOX: museum grade UV blocking glass, gallery style frames, archival mounting papers. Includes interesting natural history information about species.
See why our insect frames are the TOP CHOICE of interior designers, museums and customers.
Product Description
The Io Moth is a colorful North American moth in the Saturniidae, or silkmoth family. The bluish eyespot with some white in the center, on each hindwing, a defense mechanism meant to frighten off potential predators, especially when the moth is in the head-down position. The attractive Io moth caterpillar is also well-known because of its painful sting.
IO MOTH FRAMING:
► UV blocking conservation glass (so colors / details won’t fade)
► Museum quality archival shadowbox frame
► 9” H x 11” W x 1¼ “ D (choose frame color: black, walnut, white)
► Archival mounting materials (Acid and Lignin-free)
► Hook attached to back to hang on wall (Frame can also stand on its own)
► Natural history story about the specimen
► Info about ethical moth origin and care of display.
► Professionally made by an entomologist in Sonoma County California.
WE FRAME 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.
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We take great pride in making a high quality product and have the most 5-star reviews (over 5,000) on the internet. 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
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Your order will ship within 1 to 4 business days. If you are not 100% satisfied with your selection, you can return or exchange it within 7 days of receipt.
SHIPPING within UNITED STATES: FRAMED INSECTS ship for $9.95 JEWELRY ships for $3.50 per order.
SHIPPING outside of UNITED STATES: JEWELRY: $13 for international orders. FRAMED INSECTS cannot be shipped abroad due to exporting restrictions.
INSECT FRAMES: Keep out of direct sunlight and areas of high humidity.
JEWELRY: Butterfly wing jewelry is not waterproof. Care should be taken to avoid contact with moisture, as this will damage the wing. Do not apply perfume close to the wing. When not wearing, store in a cool dark dry place to preserve the colors. Polish with a soft silver polishing cloth.
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