Butterfly Taxidermy full body mount - Morpho menelaus - 14 cm - 14 cm - 3 cm

Splendid Blue Morpho Butterfly - Morpho menelaus in a black wooden frame - Origin: Brazil Taxidermy (single specimen) Morpho menelaus (commonly called Blue Morpho) Family: Nymphalidae Country of origin: Brazil Insect dimensions: 9 x 8 cm Condition: as shown in the photo Magnificent male specimen of the true Morpho menelaus butterfly, native to the tropical forests of Brazil. This species is famous worldwide for the extraordinary metallic blue and iridescent coloration of its upper wings. The color does not come from pigments, but from the structural refraction of light on the microscopic scales of the wings, creating shifting shades depending on the angle. The specimen is preserved with wings spread, showing impeccable symmetry and vivid details. It is mounted on a light background and enclosed within a solid entomological frame in black wood with front glass protection. A collectible piece ideal for Wunderkammer rooms, natural history enthusiasts, or as a curious object of interior design. The item is shipped carefully packaged with maximum protective care to preserve the integrity of the glass and the specimen during transport. * Please view the photos carefully to assess the details and exact conditions of the lot.

Estimation:€3

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