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Discover the latest additions to our collection—handpicked pieces that bring new energy to your space.
Discover the latest additions to our collection—handpicked pieces that bring new energy to your space.
This listing features a beautifully spread specimen of Parnassius smintheus, a high-elevation species known for its soft white wings, translucent panels, and striking red or orange ocelli. Displayed in a clean PE floating frame, this specimen shows off the delicate, almost glass-wing texture unique to the Apollo group.
A perfect piece for collectors, curiosity cabinets, alpine nature displays, or anyone who appreciates mountain wildlife.
Item Details
• Species: Parnassius smintheus
• Display: Floating frame (clean, modern presentation)
• Shipped: Fully padded and protected for safe arrival
About the Species
Parnassius smintheus, commonly known as the Rocky Mountain Apollo, is known for:
• Soft, powdery wing texture
• Semi-translucent white wings
• Bright red, orange, or yellow hindwing eye spots
• A gentle, cloud-like silhouette
• Its origin in high mountain habitats
This species is a classic favorite among collectors and adds an elegant, alpine feel to any display.
Packaging & Shipping
Your specimen will be shipped inside its floating frame, wrapped with protective padding and boxed securely to ensure safe delivery.
Ethical Sourcing
Collected and prepared by licensed suppliers using sustainable, legal methods.
This listing features a rare red-form Parnassius clodius, a striking and highly sought-after natural color variation of the North American Parnassius Clodius . Instead of the typical white or cream background, this form exhibits soft yellow tones across the wings, giving the specimen a warm, golden appearance that stands out dramatically from standard populations.
Each specimen is professionally spread and mounted in a clean, modern PE floating display frame, perfect for collectors, natural history enthusiasts, and elegant nature-themed home décor.
Details
• Species: Parnassius clodius
• Form: Rare Form (rare natural color morph)
• Origin: Western North America (exact locality available upon request)
• Display: Clear PE floating display frame
Why the Red Form Is Special
• Much less common than standard P. clodius
• Red coloration dramatically enhances contrast with black venation
• Highly desirable among Apollo collectors
• Rarely available in framed, display-ready form
• A premium centerpiece specimen
Packaging & Shipping
Your framed specimen will be padded securely and shipped with care to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.
Sustainably sourced from licensed suppliers
This listing features a rare yellow-form Parnassius clodius, a striking and highly sought-after natural color variation of the North American Clodius Parnassius. Instead of the typical white or cream background, this form exhibits soft yellow tones across the wings, giving the specimen a warm, golden appearance that stands out dramatically from standard populations.
Each specimen is professionally spread and mounted in a clean, modern PE floating display frame, perfect for collectors, natural history enthusiasts, and elegant nature-themed home décor.
Details
• Species: Parnassius clodius
• Form: Yellow Form (rare natural color morph)
• Origin: Western North America (exact locality available upon request)
• Display: Clear PE floating display frame
Why the Yellow Form Is Special
• Much less common than standard P. clodius
• Yellow coloration dramatically enhances contrast with black venation
• Highly desirable among Apollo collectors
• Rarely available in framed, display-ready form
• A premium centerpiece specimen
Packaging & Shipping
Your framed specimen will be padded securely and shipped with care to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.
Sustainably sourced from licensed suppliers
This listing features a professionally spread specimen of Hamadryas amphinome mexicana, the Mexican subspecies of the Red Cracker butterfly. Known for its bark-like camouflage and vivid reddish underwings, this species is also admired for its beautiful blue-toned dorsal side — a subtle iridescence that reveals itself when light hits the wings at the right angle.
Mounted inside a clean floating frame, this specimen displays both its cryptic patterning and its surprising blue coloration, making it an eye-catching piece for collections and décor.
Item Details
• Species: Hamadryas amphinome mexicana
• Common Name: Red Cracker Butterfly
• Origin: Mexico
• Display: PE floating frame
• Shipped: Fully padded and boxed securely
About the Species — Red Cracker Butterfly
The Red Cracker is part of the charismatic Hamadryas group, famous for its blue dorsal iridescence. Although primarily camouflaged in gray and black bark patterns, the dorsal side often shows a bluish sheen, especially on the forewings. The ventral side displays a rich mix of reds, oranges, and earthy tones, creating a dramatic contrast with the cryptic upper side. This shimmer gives the butterfly a surprising flash of color when viewed in bright light — a favorite detail among collectors.
Acoustic Wing Cracking
Males produce a sharp “crack” sound in flight, created by a specialized wing mechanism. It is one of the few butterflies capable of audible sound.
Packaging & Shipping
Your specimen will arrive inside its floating frame, fully padded and boxed for safe transport.
Ethical Sourcing
Collected through legal and sustainable sources.