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Graphium sarpedon

Graphium sarpedon

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Graphium sarpedon, known in English as the Blue Swallowtail, is a graceful and swift butterfly of the tropical forests of Asia and Australia. Instantly recognizable, it sports a broad, jade-green band on its wings, an almost aquatic luminosity, which runs simultaneously across both the forewings and hindwings. This pure turquoise unfolds along its entire length like a watercolor palette.

Presented in a hermetically sealed glass box for hanging, it is enhanced by a black frame on a white background. Each specimen is carefully identified by a calligraphed label, mentioning its Latin name and origin.

Graphium sarpedon
Malaysia
Box made in France
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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.