Old World Swallowtail vibrant blue butterfly preserved in a 5“ x

preserved in a 5“ x 5“ frame

The malachite is found throughout Central and northern South America

aka the peacock or green swallowtail

The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly at a New Orleans

while their larvae burrow deep within trees

Old World Swallowtail vibrant blue butterfly preserved in a 5“ xThis particular species, paired with a beautifully decoupaged gopher mandible, is referred to as the swallowtail butterfly, or more specifically, the Papilio machaon. It serves as the defining species for the Papilio genus and is found throughout the Palearctic region and North America. The specimen is carefully preserved and presented in a 5x5 frame for display. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are crafted for lasting beauty and protection. They