Framed Tearful Swallowtail (Papilio epiphorbas) – Real Specimen Display
Add a rare and luminous piece of Madagascar’s biodiversity to your collection with this professionally framed Tearful Swallowtail (Papilio epiphorbas), also known as the Teardrop Swallowtail.
This elegant Madagascan swallowtail is admired for its striking coloration. The wings display deep tones accented by beautiful blue to greenish-blue areas (especially visible on the underside), creating a soft, glowing contrast that gives the butterfly its poetic common name. Classic swallowtail tails complete its refined silhouette, making it a distinctive and highly collectible specimen.
Endemic to Madagascar and the nearby Comoro Islands, the Tearful Swallowtail is a true island endemic and a prized addition for collectors of African and Malagasy butterflies.
Product Details
• Authentic, ethically sourced real butterfly specimen
• Carefully pinned and mounted to showcase the full wingspan and luminous blue-green coloration
• Presented in a high-quality frame with acrylic front for protection and clarity
• Ready to hang or display on a shelf, desk, or gallery wall
• A unique piece of natural history art—perfect for nature lovers, collectors, entomology enthusiasts, or as a distinctive gift
Each specimen is unique, with subtle variations in the intensity of the blue to greenish-blue tones that make every framed piece one-of-a-kind.
Care Tips
Keep out of direct sunlight and high humidity to preserve the delicate colors and wing scales for years to come.
Bring home this beautiful Tearful Swallowtail today and enjoy a timeless reminder of Madagascar’s remarkable endemic butterflies.
