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Papilio blumei Green Swallowtail INDONESIA

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£6.45

Green or Peacock Swallowtail Butterfly

Sex: Male

Quality: A- (average) broken antenna/mould to be cleaned with acetone

Format: Papered/unmounted

Availability: Out of stock SKU: WB7423
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Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Nymphalidae, First named by Boisduval in 1836

Colour: Topside (recto) black with large bars of metallic green. Underside (verso) black with faint grey veins on the forewing and red/blue markings lining the hindwing.

Size: Wingspan 95-115mm

Comments & Applications: One of the most popular of all the species we sell. Captive bred in Indonesia for peace of mind, this stunning “Green or Peacock Swallowtail” is a favourite and must be among the most beautiful of all butterflies. Ideal for use in butterfly framing, domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding

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