Madagascar Sunset Moth papilio butterfly Encased in a rustic wooden

Encased in a rustic wooden frame

enclosed within a sculpted metallic frame

Celebrate the beauty of nature

This Acherontia atropos specimen is displayed against a haunting photograph taken by Beth Watson at Jackson Square in New Orleans

Madagascar Sunset Moth papilio butterfly Encased in a rustic woodenThe Madagascar Sunset Moth, also known as Chrysiridia rhipheus or Urania ripheus, is a diurnal moth belonging to the family Uraniidae. This species is highly regarded for its stunning appearance and is considered to be one of the most captivating lepidopterans. Its vibrant colors are not due to pigmentation, but rather are a result of optical interference of the iridescent wing components. The specimen is carefully preserved in a 5" x 5" frame. *Each