{"product_id":"eunica-butterfly","title":"Eunica Butterfly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed Eunica Butterfly – Midnight Blue \/ Dark Purplewing (Eunica alcmena) – Real Specimen Display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a small but dazzling splash of metallic color to your collection with this professionally framed Eunica butterfly (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEunica alcmena\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), commonly known as the Midnight Blue or Dark Purplewing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis compact nymphalid is prized for the intense, vibrant metallic blue to deep purple iridescence that flashes across the upper side of the wings of the males. The rich, almost electric blue shifts beautifully with the angle of light, while the underside is more subdued and patterned for camouflage. Its relatively small size (typical wingspan around 4–6 cm \/ 1.6–2.4 inches) makes the brilliant blue coloration stand out even more dramatically in a display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to the Neotropics (ranging from southern Mexico through Central America into northern South America), members of the genus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEunica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (the purplewings) are classic understory butterflies of tropical forests and are highly sought after by collectors for their jewel-like metallic sheen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAuthentic, ethically sourced real butterfly specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eCarefully pinned and mounted to showcase the full wingspan and vivid metallic blue-purple iridescence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePresented in a high-quality frame with acrylic front for protection and clarity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eReady to hang or display on a shelf, desk, or gallery wall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA unique piece of natural history art—perfect for nature lovers, collectors, entomology enthusiasts, or as a distinctive gift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach specimen is unique, with subtle variations in the depth and intensity of the metallic blue that make every framed piece one-of-a-kind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep out of direct sunlight and high humidity to preserve the brilliant iridescent blue and delicate wing scales for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring home this vibrant little Eunica today and enjoy a timeless reminder of the hidden metallic jewels of the Neotropical forests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Of Morpho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52874171187476,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/7916\/8788\/files\/51A73CC1-BC5A-4D7B-9EEF-259CAE2BC6A6.heic?v=1784828316","url":"https:\/\/houseofmorpho.us\/products\/eunica-butterfly","provider":"House Of Morpho","version":"1.0","type":"link"}