African Queen Butterfly entomology aka the Ulysses butterfly or

aka the Ulysses butterfly or the Blue emperor

captured in Richmond

The background photo was taken by MyMy Butterfly at San Roch Cemetery in New Orleans

This specimen is preserved in a compact 6"x6" frame

African Queen Butterfly entomology aka the Ulysses butterfly orThe plain tiger, scientifically known as Danaus chrysippus, is a butterfly species found in Asia, Australia, and Africa. It is believed to be one of the earliest butterflies depicted in art, with a 3500 year old Egyptian fresco in Luxor featuring the oldest known illustration of this species. This specific specimen is encased in a 6" x 6" frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are crafted for lasting beauty and protection. They feature custom cut,