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Dryas iulia moderata, the Julia butterfly, taxidermy gift, entomology present, wall decor, frame 6" x 6"

The Dryas iulia moderata, commonly known as the Julia butterfly, is a vibrant subspecies of the Dryas iulia, belonging to the subfamily Heliconiinae in the family Nymphalidae. This butterfly is known for its striking elongated wings, typically bright orange in color with black edges. The males are particularly vibrant, while females tend to be slightly duller with more pronounced dark markings. The Julia butterfly is often observed gliding gracefully in open, sunlit areas, and is well-adapted to environments such as tropical forests, gardens, and roadside clearings. It is also a known nectar feeder and plays a role in pollination, frequently visiting lantana and other flowering plants.

In terms of distribution, Dryas iulia moderata is primarily found throughout the southern United States (especially southern Texas and Florida), Mexico, and much of Central America. It can also be found in parts of the Caribbean and has occasionally been spotted as far north as the southeastern United States due to migration or accidental transport. Its range reflects a preference for warm, humid climates with abundant host plants, particularly species of the passionflower (Passiflora), which serve as the primary food source for its larvae. The Julia butterfly's widespread presence and vivid coloration make it a familiar and admired sight in butterfly conservatories and wild habitats alike.

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 consider that the specimen 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.