Framed Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Pair – Female Forms (Papilio glaucus) 9×9

A museum-inspired natural history specimen prepared for display.

Specimen Details  
Scientific Name: Papilio glaucus  
Common Name: Eastern Tiger Swallowtail  
Forms: Female yellow/blue phase and female dark phase  
Origin: Eastern North America  
Presentation: Framed butterfly pair (comparative display)  
Frame Size: 9 × 9 × 2 inches  
Quantity: 2 specimens  
Condition: Professionally prepared and preserved

This display features a paired presentation of two female forms of Papilio glaucus, illustrating one of the most striking examples of variation within a single butterfly species.

The yellow/blue phase displays bold yellow wings with characteristic tiger striping and iridescent blue hindwing accents. In contrast, the dark phase exhibits deep black wings with subtle blue scaling and orange spotting, an adaptation that mimics toxic swallowtail species as a form of natural defense.

Presented together, these specimens offer a compelling visual comparison of form, coloration, and evolutionary adaptation.

Display  
Designed for collectors, natural history interiors, galleries, and curiosity cabinets.

Variation Notice  
Each specimen is individually prepared. While you will receive pieces of the same species and presentation shown, natural variation in size, wing pattern, and coloration should be expected. Each specimen is unique.

Sourcing  
All specimens are responsibly and sustainably sourced through farm-raised programs that support habitat conservation and reduce pressure on wild populations.

Shipping  
Carefully packed to ensure safe arrival.