Mourning Cloak Butterfly birthday gift The Saturniidae family and Saturniinae

The Saturniidae family and Saturniinae subfamily are home to this stunning specimen

which were inspired by the Greek myth of the cyclops Polyphemus

paired with an elegant scroll background

This particular specimen is beautifully encased in a 6x6" frame

This specific species is commonly found boring into wood

Mourning Cloak Butterfly birthday gift The Saturniidae family and SaturniinaeThe Nymphalis antiopa butterfly, native to Eurasia and North America, has a unique pattern described by L. Hugh Newman that resembles a rebellious girl wearing mourning clothes while also revealing a glimpse of her vibrant dress. This beautiful butterfly is carefully preserved in a 6x6" frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are crafted for lasting beauty and protection. They feature custom cut, premium grade(acid free) double matting, an acid free