Acherontia atropos
Acherontia atropos
This butterfly is more commonly known as the Death's Head Hawkmoth because of a strange pattern on its body, which often looks like a sinister face. It lives in Europe, and its size can vary from 10 to 12cm.
It is sold with its airtight glass box to hang, black frame on a white background. Each specimen is identified (Latin name and origin) on a calligraphed label. A brass plate engraved with the name of Deyrolle - will guarantee that your specimen comes from our collections.
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Origins of species
Our responsible sourcing of butterflies, preserving their
natural habitat and by fighting against overcollection, helps preserve the fragile beauty of these winged creatures for future generations. Our insects come from responsible breeding and hunting, thus preserving their natural habitat and fighting against overcollection. This approach helps preserve the fragile beauty of these creatures for future generations. The importation of exotic species respects international laws and those in force in different countries.
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Identification
Accurate identification of butterfly species is complex and
requires specialist knowledge of entomology. We use binomial nomenclature, which consists of giving each species a scientific name composed of two parts: genus, species and provenance.
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Preparation of insects
Displaying butterflies and beetles is a practice
science that helps preserve the ephemeral beauty of these winged creatures. Each specimen is carefully mounted on a support, its wings are precisely deployed to reveal all their splendor. This meticulous technique allows you to appreciate the symmetry of the patterns and the variety of colors of the wings. The butterflies, once spread out, seem suspended in time, frozen in a graceful posture which reveals all the finesse of their structure.
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Entomological conservation box
We offer you entomological boxes to protect and preserve your insects. These display boxes are equipped with foam which allows insects to be positioned and repositioned endlessly. We have many box formats, ranging from small to very large, and create aesthetic, decorative or scientific arrangements for you... according to your wishes.
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Maintenance advice
To preserve this wonder of nature as long as possible, it is advisable not to expose your box to direct sunlight, as the colors would be altered and to place your box with the insect in the freezer once a year, for 5 days, to prevent parasites.
