Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle blue wing Gold embellished 2”x4” frame containing

Gold embellished 2”x4” frame containing a single Papilio species butterfly wing

Bolivia and western Brazil

the lesser purple emperor

The specimen is encased in a scientific Riker Mount measuring 5 x 6 x 3/4

Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle blue wing Gold embellished 2”x4” frame containingThe Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle, also known as the Metallic Wood Boring Beetle, belongs to the family Buprestidae and is distinguished by its glossy, iridescent, and vibrant appearance, often resembling a rainbow. While they aid in the decomposition of dead wood, they can also cause harm to living trees. This colorful example is professionally preserved in a 5x5 frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are crafted for lasting beauty and protection.