Framed Butterfly Specimen | Asian Swallowtail (5x5)

Asian Swallowtail

(Papilio xuthus)

A preserved butterfly specimen, suspended within a floating frame designed to showcase its classic swallowtail shape and intricate natural markings.

With warm yellow wings, bold black patterning, blue accents, and delicate tails, the Asian Swallowtail has a bright, traditional look that stands out beautifully in a collection.

Each piece is one-of-a-kind, with subtle natural variations that make every specimen unique.

Description

Bring a piece of natural history into your space with this floating butterfly specimen. Carefully preserved and mounted by hand, each butterfly is displayed between clear panels that create a modern, weightless presentation.

The Asian Swallowtail is known for its striking yellow-and-black pattern, with strong dark veining across the wings and subtle blue and orange accents near the hindwings.

Its graceful tails and balanced markings give it the unmistakable silhouette associated with classic swallowtail butterflies.

The compact 5x5 frame keeps the presentation clean and easy to display while allowing the intricate wing pattern and bright coloration to remain the focus.

No two are exactly alike. Variations in coloration, markings, wing shape, and texture are part of what make each specimen distinctive.

Details

• Price: $35

• Frame size: 5" x 5"

• Style: Floating acrylic frame

• Finish: Black-edged acrylic

• Specimen: Real preserved butterfly

• Mounting: Hand-set and secured between panels

Display

Designed for shelves, mantels, gallery walls, desks, or display cabinets.

Its yellow-and-black coloring makes it easy to pair with both darker specimens and more colorful butterflies, adding contrast and a classic swallowtail shape to a larger collection.

Beautiful displayed alone or grouped with other framed specimens for a curated natural-history display.

Please Note

Due to the natural variation in butterfly specimens, your piece may differ slightly from the image shown.

Differences in wing shape, markings, color intensity, symmetry, and minor natural imperfections are part of the character and authenticity of each specimen.

Specimen

Asian Swallowtail

(Papilio xuthus)

The Asian Swallowtail is a medium-to-large swallowtail butterfly found throughout much of East Asia, including China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and surrounding regions.

Its yellow wings are covered in bold black striping and borders, with touches of blue and orange appearing along the hindwings.

Bright, recognizable, and beautifully patterned, Papilio xuthus is a classic addition to any preserved butterfly collection.