Reference: N469
A high quality handmade glass dome with four Phoebis philea - the Orange-barred sulphur, is a species of butterfly found in the Americas, these ones are from Peru. The species eats nectar from red-colored plants and the larvae feeds on Cassia species. Mounted in a Red Moor wood piece, previously treated and harmless, for the security and prevention of any bacterial problem, it is also presented two Hebomoja glaucippe from Thailand - this particular species presents glacontryphan-M in the wings, a peptide toxin belonging to the family contryphan that is an active constituent of the poisonous venom produced by cone snail (genus Conus). In the Hebomoia glaucippe this toxin works as a defense against predators.
Dimensions: 26 cm diameter x 30 cm
Weight: 2,4 Kg
A high quality handmade glass dome with four Phoebis philea - the Orange-barred sulphur, is a species of butterfly found in the Americas, these ones are from Peru. The species eats nectar from red-colored plants and the larvae feeds on Cassia species. Mounted in a Red Moor wood piece, previously treated and harmless, for the security and prevention of any bacterial problem, it is also presented two Hebomoja glaucippe from Thailand - this particular species presents glacontryphan-M in the wings, a peptide toxin belonging to the family contryphan that is an active constituent of the poisonous venom produced by cone snail (genus Conus). In the Hebomoia glaucippe this toxin works as a defense against predators.
A beautiful glass dome with three Morpho hecuba butterflies from Brazil.
It's the biggest of the genus, reaching 20cm.
Morpho hecuba, the Sunset butterfly, is a Neotropical butterfly belonging to the subfamily Morphinae from Nymphalidae family.
Wood glass dome with two Papilio ulysses from Ceram - Moluccan Island, a superb exclusive species with bright contrast of black and deep blue.
Papilio ulysses - popularly named as Ulysses Butterfly, Blue Mountain Swallowtail, Mountain Blue or Blue Emperor - it is a butterfly of the Papilionidae family and Papilioninae subfamily, found in the Australian biogeographic region and native to the Wallacea area and the island of Nova Guinea, Bismarck archipelago and Northern Australia.
Glass dome with three Hebomoia leucippe butterflies.
Great and vivid colors!
Glass dome with four Morpho didius butterflies from Peru, one of the most iconic butterfly.
With the intense metallic blue color, the giant blue Morpho, is a Neotropical butterfly belonging to the subfamily Morphinae of family Nymphalidae.
One of a kind piece!
A Papilio family frame, displaying:
Papilio maacki - from China
Papilio memnon - from Thailand
Papilio nireus - from Congo
Papilio delalandei - from Madagascar
Papilio lormieri - from Congo
Papilio antenor - from Madagascar
Beautiful set on a white wood frame.
A magnificent glass dome with four Dactyloceras lucyna from the rain forest of Cameroun.
Its a species of very large moth of the family Brahmaeidae, with its beauty color and pattern.
Callicore lyca and Catonephele numilia glass vitrine.
Callicore lyca, the Aegina numberwing, is a butterfly of the family Nymphalidae. Superb coloured specimen. It is found from the south of Mexico to Peru, these one's are from Perú.
Catonephele numilia, the Blue-Frosted Banner, is a butterfly of the family Nymphalidae found in Central and South America. This butterfly usually flies along the ground and close to the ripe fruits and flowers.
An exceptional decor piece.
Attacus atlas, the Atlas moth, is a large saturniidae moth endemic to the forests of Asia. One of the largest lepidopterans, with a wingspan measuring up to 24 cm (9.4 in).
This beautiful species came from Thailand.
The Angel butterfly, a creature of unparalleled beauty. In flight, its transparent wings create a mesmerizing display, reflecting a multitude of shimmering iridescent green, blue, and pink hues that leave the observer entranced. Amidst the rapid fluttering around bushes and shrubs, it might be easily mistaken for a damselfly. However, its true essence unfolds when it gracefully settles under a leaf, unveiling its unique identity.
Encounters with these extraordinary butterflies are a rarity. Preferring the full embrace of sunshine, they intermittently seek refuge beneath leaves. The showcased specimen found its serene perch under a leaf along the Sun Gate trail at Machu Picchu, a testament to its elusive beauty. Originating from Peru, these specimens are artfully mounted in a branch of Redmoor wood, enclosed within a glass dome.
Glass dome with 4 Doxocopa cherubina and 2 Prepona dexamenus, from Perú.
These two species belong to the Nymphalidae family, the metalic blue mixed with the black make them a unique decor piece.
Papilio memnon, Papilio romanzovia and Cymothoe sangaris glass dome.
Two Papilio memnon from Thailand, two Papilio rumanzovia from Philippines and six Cymothoe sangaris from Congo.
An exceptional One of a kind decor piece, contrasting the butterfly colors with the white lacquered wood base from the handmade dome.
Palla decius and Hypolimnias dexithea in a golden base glass dome.
Palla decius, the white-banded palla, from Congo. Hypolimnias dexithea from Madagascar.
Both belonging to the Nymphalidae family.
Superb examples of how beautiful butterflies can be.
Brass glass dome with two Papilio ulysses from Ceram - Moluccan Island, a superb exclusive species with bright contrast of black and deep blue.
Papilio ulysses - popularly named as Ulysses Butterfly, Blue Mountain Swallowtail, Mountain Blue or Blue Emperor - it is a butterfly of the Papilionidae family and Papilioninae subfamily, found in the Australian biogeographic region and native to the Wallacea area and the island of Nova Guinea, Bismarck archipelago and Northern Australia.
Glass dome with 9 Delias belladonna butterflies, these butterflies are of a great beauty, from the Himalayas to China and India to Thailand.
These ones came from Thailand.
Behold the beauty of a stunning glass dome housing five Daphnis nerii, commonly known as the Army Green moth. This large hawk-moth species can be found in expansive regions across Africa, Asia, and Hawaii. With its migratory nature, it gracefully travels to parts of eastern and southern Europe, including Turkey, and on rare occasions, even reaches western Europe, including England, and extends as far north as Scotland during the summer season.
The specimens within this collection were carefully sourced from Egypt, adding to their allure. The unique coloration and intricate patterns of the Daphnis nerii make them a truly captivating species. Their vibrant presence adds a touch of fascination and wonder to any decorative setting.
3 Sazakia charonda, Japanese Emperor or Great Purple Emperor, is a species of butterfly in the family Nymphalidae.It is native to Japan (from Hokkaidō to Kyūshū), the Korean Peninsula, China, northern Taiwan and northern Vietnam. Its wingspan averages 50 mm (2.0 in) for males, and 65 mm (2.6 in) for females. They are common in the upper canopies of forests, only coming down to feed or to find salt sources. These ones from Korea.
And 3 Lexias pardalis jadeitina, the Common Archduke, is a butterfly of the family Nymphalidae, has a wingspan reaching about 80–90 millimetres (3.1–3.5 in). The upperside of the wings of the male are black with shimmering greenish-blue margins, especially in the hindwings. The uppersides of the cryptic wings of the larger females are dark brown with several rows of yellow spots, a pale green pattern on the lower wings. The wing pattern of yellow spots continue across the thorax and the abdomen. This ones are females and came from Thailand.
