{"product_id":"papilio-polytes-ledebouria","title":"Papilio polytes ledebouria – A1 Unmounted Butterfly | Marinduque, Philippines","description":"\u003cp\u003eA1 quality unmounted specimen of \u003cem\u003ePapilio polytes ledebouria\u003c\/em\u003e, the Common Mormon butterfly, sourced from Marinduque Island, Philippines (May 2026).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the most widespread and recognisable swallowtails in Southeast Asia, \u003cem\u003ePapilio polytes\u003c\/em\u003e is celebrated for its striking sexual dimorphism — the male displays bold black wings with a row of white spots, while the female is a remarkable Batesian mimic of the toxic \u003cem\u003ePachliopta\u003c\/em\u003e swallowtails, displaying vivid red and white patterning. The Philippine subspecies \u003cem\u003eledebouria\u003c\/em\u003e is a particularly desirable form for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003ePapilio polytes ledebouria\u003c\/em\u003e (Eschscholtz, 1821)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily: Papilionidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Marinduque, Philippines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: May 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality: A1 (perfect wings, no damage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Unmounted, papered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for framing, entomological display cases, or scientific study. All specimens are ethically sourced and legally traded in compliance with applicable wildlife regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47696816111805,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/pap.polytes_alcindor_ml_Slwsi.jpg?v=1786735537","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/en-hk\/products\/papilio-polytes-ledebouria","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}