{"product_id":"mexican-kite-swordtail-butterfly","title":"Mexican Kite Swordtail Butterfly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed Mexican Kite Swordtail (Protographium epidaus) – Real Specimen Display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a delicate and distinctive piece of Central American elegance to your collection with this professionally framed Mexican Kite Swordtail (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtographium epidaus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), also known as the Mexican Kite Swallowtail or Long-tailed Kite Swallowtail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis graceful kite swallowtail is admired for its pale, almost translucent wings marked with clean black bands and borders, finished with exceptionally long, slender tails that give it a distinctive kite-like silhouette in flight and on display. The wing tips often appear slightly translucent, enhancing its airy, refined appearance. Wingspan typically measures around 3.0–3.3 inches (approximately 76–84 mm).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to Mexico and Central America, the Mexican Kite Swordtail is found in forested and semi-open habitats. Like many kite swallowtails, it is known for its restless behavior, often fluttering its wings while feeding.\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, pale translucent quality, and exceptionally long tails\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 intensity of the black markings and the exact length of the tails 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 delicate translucent wings and fine markings for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring home this elegant Mexican Kite Swordtail today and enjoy a timeless reminder of the refined swallowtails of Mexico and Central America.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Of Morpho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52826494959892,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/7916\/8788\/files\/4794376D-26C7-4511-8018-5EE00B5828EF.heic?v=1784733902","url":"https:\/\/houseofmorpho.us\/products\/mexican-kite-swordtail-butterfly","provider":"House Of Morpho","version":"1.0","type":"link"}