Description

Butterfly, Papilio Blumei, Green Swallowtail Butterfly mounted on glass in a Black wooden frame.

Truly spectacular blumei butterfly, spread and mounted on glass, and placed in a black wooden frame.  The frame measures approximately 7 5/8 inches wide and 6 5/8 inches long.

We do not make this particular style of frame.  As mentioned, the specimens are mounted on glass, rather than a mat, and the frames may have slight imperfections (please ask us for close up photos of the frame if you’d like to see any).  The manufacturer of these frames has chosen to replace the body and antennae of their butterflies with an artificial product, to avoid breakage/damage in transit.

We love this line for their beautiful specimens as well as their great price point.  These frames are very popular in the store!

Papilio blumei, also known as Blume’s swallowtail, is a large and beautifully colored butterfly found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, the Philippines, and surrounding regions. Here are some key details:

1. Appearance: The adult Papilio blumei has a striking appearance with bright green, blue, and black markings. The forewings are black with a greenish-blue iridescent sheen, while the hindwings are mostly green with black borders.
2. Size: This butterfly is quite large, with a wingspan of 10–12 cm (4–5 inches), making it a visually striking species.
3. Habitat: Papilio blumei is typically found in lowland forests and forested areas. It prefers habitats with plenty of flowering plants, which provide nectar for the adult butterflies.
4. Diet: The larvae feed on a variety of plants in the citrus family (Rutaceae), including species like Micromelum and Citrus. Adults are nectar-feeders.
5. Behavior: Papilio blumei is known for its graceful flight and is often seen gliding through the forest, though it can be somewhat elusive.
6. Life Cycle: The larvae (caterpillars) are green with black markings and often resemble bird droppings to help with camouflage. The butterfly undergoes complete metamorphosis, with distinct egg, caterpillar, pupa, and adult stages.
7. Conservation: While Papilio blumei is not considered endangered, it is still threatened by habitat destruction, especially in its native forested regions.

Papilio blumei Butterfly frame.

Butterfly, Papilio ulysses, Ulysses Swallowtail Butterfly specimen mounted on glass in a Black wood frame.