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The Southern Dogface butterfly, scientifically known as Zerene cesonia, is a striking species found primarily in the southern United States and parts of Mexico. Its name stems from the distinct dog-like profile on the wings of the males, resembling a poodle's face. The upper side of its wings showcases vibrant yellow hues, while the underside is a mottled brown, aiding in camouflage. "Zerene" is derived from Greek mythology, referring to a sea nymph, possibly symbolizing the butterfly's graceful flight. This species exhibits sexual dimorphism, with females lacking the prominent 'dog face' pattern. Interestingly, Southern Dogfaces prefer open habitats like fields and meadows, where they feed on nectar from various flowers. Despite their delicate appearance, they possess a tough resilience, adapting to various environments and climates. This butterfly serves as both a visual delight and a testament to nature's ingenuity in adaptation.
We firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of conserving the rainforest where they fly and developing responsible conscious trading. This allows us to support local ranching farms with ethically sourced material and help at the same time collectors and enthusiasts to contribute to understanding and treasuring those species. Please take into consideration that the specimen that you will receive may slightly differ in size, shape or colour from the picture shown as you are purchasing a natural product.
Please note: In our selection of white frames, the inner box frame—the part that creates the depth of the shadow box—is currently only available in black, as white versions are not available at this time. The outer frame remains white.
This detail has not been an issue in over six years of offering this product, but we wanted to proactively inform you to ensure full transparency.
This applies only to deep frame items. Shadow boxes, if selected, come with a white inner frame.