{"product_id":"framed-eastern-tiger-swallowtail-pair-female-forms-papilio-glaucus-9-9","title":"Framed Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Pair – Female Forms (Papilio glaucus) 9×9","description":"\u003cp\u003eA museum-inspired natural history specimen prepared for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimen Details  \u003cbr\u003eScientific Name: Papilio glaucus  \u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Eastern Tiger Swallowtail  \u003cbr\u003eForms: Female yellow\/blue phase and female dark phase  \u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Eastern North America  \u003cbr\u003ePresentation: Framed butterfly pair (comparative display)  \u003cbr\u003eFrame Size: 9 × 9 × 2 inches  \u003cbr\u003eQuantity: 2 specimens  \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Professionally prepared and preserved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis display features a paired presentation of two female forms of Papilio glaucus, illustrating one of the most striking examples of variation within a single butterfly species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yellow\/blue phase displays bold yellow wings with characteristic tiger striping and iridescent blue hindwing accents. In contrast, the dark phase exhibits deep black wings with subtle blue scaling and orange spotting, an adaptation that mimics toxic swallowtail species as a form of natural defense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented together, these specimens offer a compelling visual comparison of form, coloration, and evolutionary adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplay  \u003cbr\u003eDesigned for collectors, natural history interiors, galleries, and curiosity cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariation Notice  \u003cbr\u003eEach specimen is individually prepared. While you will receive pieces of the same species and presentation shown, natural variation in size, wing pattern, and coloration should be expected. Each specimen is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourcing  \u003cbr\u003eAll specimens are responsibly and sustainably sourced through farm-raised programs that support habitat conservation and reduce pressure on wild populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping  \u003cbr\u003eCarefully packed to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Instar Innovations Natural History Dioramas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48332144574713,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/3877\/3497\/files\/il_fullxfull.7347303520_7klz.jpg?v=1777416349","url":"https:\/\/instarinnovations.com\/products\/framed-eastern-tiger-swallowtail-pair-female-forms-papilio-glaucus-9-9","provider":"Instar Innovations Natural History Dioramas ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}