Alcides orontes subtle home accent while females have more varied

while females have more varied appearances

Their habitat is primarily dry tropical forests

Tmesisternus rafaelae is encased in a 5” x 5” frame

from Brazil and Ecuador northwards to Mexico

scientifically known as Danaus plexippus

Alcides orontes subtle home accent while females have more variedThe Alcides orontes species is a native uraniid moth found in northern Australia, New Guinea, and surrounding islands. Its striking, iridescent coloration beautifully complements its diurnal (day flying) behavior. This particular species, belonging to the Uraniidae family, is commonly found in the Maluku Islands, including Seram Island and Ambon Island. This well preserved specimen is displayed in a 9 x 9 frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are