Old World Swallowtail vibrant blue butterfly This butterfly is not only

This butterfly is not only a beauty but also a popular subject for artwork and collections

The malachite is found throughout Central and northern South America

aka the peacock or green swallowtail

Lepidiota stigma

while their larvae burrow deep within trees

Old World Swallowtail vibrant blue butterfly This butterfly is not onlyThis 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