Framed Butterfly Specimen | King Swallowtail (8x8)

King Swallowtail

(Papilio thoas)

A preserved butterfly specimen, suspended within a floating frame designed to showcase its natural form from every angle.

Large, bold, and unmistakably classic, the King Swallowtail features dramatic black wings crossed with broad bands of warm yellow and finished with long, elegant tails.

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 King Swallowtail is a striking large-bodied swallowtail with deep black wings, sweeping yellow bands, and elongated tails that give the specimen an especially dramatic silhouette.

Its bold contrast and impressive wingspan make it instantly recognizable while still maintaining the classic elegance associated with swallowtail butterflies.

The 8x8 floating frame gives the specimen plenty of room to display its full shape while keeping the presentation clean, modern, and gallery-inspired.

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

Details

• Price: $55
• Frame size: 8" x 8"
• Style: Floating acrylic frame
• Finish: Black-edged acrylic
• Specimen: Real preserved butterfly
• Mounting: Hand-set and secured between panels

Display

Designed to make a statement on shelves, mantels, gallery walls, desks, or display cabinets.

The larger 8x8 format gives the King Swallowtail enough room for its wings and distinctive tails to fully stand out, making it an excellent centerpiece within a butterfly or natural-history collection.

Beautiful displayed alone or paired with other swallowtails, colorful specimens, or darker preserved butterflies for contrast.

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, and symmetry are part of the character and authenticity of each specimen.

Specimen

King Swallowtail

(Papilio thoas)

Also known as the Thoas Swallowtail, the King Swallowtail is a large species found throughout parts of the southern United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Its dark wings are crossed by prominent yellow bands and finished with long swallowtail extensions, creating a bold silhouette and dramatic contrast.

Its impressive size and traditional black-and-yellow coloration make Papilio thoas a beautiful example of the classic swallowtail form and a striking addition to a preserved butterfly collection.