Morpho amathonte label
Morpho amathonte label
SPECIES Morpho amathonte
ORIGIN Peru
FRAME 20x20xD5cm Made from recycled products.
DESCRIPTION Iridescent metallic blue colouration with black colouration on apex of top wings. Note colour varies on angle of frame. The genus name Morpho comes from an Ancient Greek epithet, roughly "the shapely one", for Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty.
- Morphos are diurnal, as males spend the mornings patrolling along the courses of forest streams and rivers. They are territorial and chase any rivals. Morphos typically live alone, excluding in the mating season.
- The entire lifecycle is around 115 days
- Adult morpho butterflies feed on the juices of fermenting fruit
- Please note all Morpho butterflies are mounted without abdomen. The abdomen of the Morpho emits a grease like substance which stains the backboard. All professional mounts will not have an abdomen attached.
Care
All frames are professionally prepared and fumigated for a minimum of six months prior to sale. While every precaution is taken, museum mites may occasionally occur.
Prevention is better than the cure! To help protect your collection, we strongly recommend placing your display in the freezer for one week each year. Regular inspection and monitoring are also recommended to help preserve your specimen for many years to come.
To minimise fading, avoid direct or reflected sunlight. Please also protect your display from extreme fluctuations in temperature and humidity.
Glass may shatter if dropped. Hang only using the hook provided.
For more information and complete care instructions, please visit the FAQ section of our website.
Shipping & Delivery
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Each order is dispatched within 1-3 business days from our Mudgeeraba, QLD warehouse.
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Disclaimer
All specimens sold by Bits & Bugs are real insects and natural products. Due to the unique nature of each specimen, variations in colour, size, markings, and appearance may occur. Product images are provided as a guide only and may not represent the exact item received. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of information on this website, product availability, specifications, and pricing are subject to change without notice. By using this website and purchasing our products, you acknowledge and accept these conditions.
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