{"product_id":"waiter-daggering","title":"Waiter Daggering","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed Waiter Daggerwing Butterfly (Marpesia zerynthia) – Real Specimen Display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a sleek and distinctive piece of Neotropical elegance to your collection with this professionally framed Waiter Daggerwing (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarpesia zerynthia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), also known simply as the Waiter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis graceful daggerwing is recognized by its long, sharply pointed hindwing tails and striking two-toned appearance. The upper side is a rich brown-black with lighter margins, while the underside shows a clean division: the inner half of both wings is bright white, contrasting sharply with a darker outer half. The combination of the dagger-like tails and the bold white-and-dark underside creates a refined, almost formal look that inspired its common name. Wingspan typically measures 7–8.1 cm (about 2.75–3.15 inches).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative primarily to Mesoamerica and ranging somewhat north and south (from southern Texas through Central America into parts of northern South America), the Waiter Daggerwing is a swift, agile flier often found in forest edges and clearings.\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, long dagger-like tails, and distinctive white-and-dark underside\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 exact contrast of the white inner wing areas 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 clean white and dark coloration and delicate wing scales for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring home this elegant Waiter Daggerwing today and enjoy a timeless reminder of the refined daggerwings of the Neotropics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Of Morpho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52873798680852,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/7916\/8788\/files\/63015074-DA5D-4205-993B-DF06F02502CA.heic?v=1784828080","url":"https:\/\/houseofmorpho.us\/products\/waiter-daggering","provider":"House Of Morpho","version":"1.0","type":"link"}