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Framed Papilio Demoleus (Lime Butterfly)

Framed Papilio Demoleus (Lime Butterfly)

Ethically sourced · never killed for art

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This beautifully preserved specimen of Papilio demoleus, commonly known as the Lime Butterfly, is presented against a striking crimson velvet backdrop that highlights its intricate black and pale-yellow wing patterns. Its common name is derived from the caterpillars’ preference for feeding on the foliage of citrus hosts, such as lime and lemon trees. Housed in a deep shadow box, the display features a dark, textured frame accented by ornate silver filigree corners, perfectly blending the organic beauty of this "tail-less" swallowtail with a sophisticated, vintage aesthetic.

 

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Is it Real? Is it Cruel?

Yes, this is a real butterfly — and no, none was harmed to make it beautiful. Every specimen is ethically and sustainably sourced, collected only after its natural lifespan from butterfly farms and conservation programs that fund the protection of wild habitats. What you hold is the dignified afterlife of a creature that lived its full span — preserved, not taken.