http://www.wingsandthings.biz/rss/catalog/new/store_id/1/ Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 Zend_Feed en_US http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.wingsandthings.biz/papilionidae-morphos-morpho-adonis-butterfly.html The Morpho Adonis is rarely offered by other vendors - who knows why? These beauties are highly reflective with a coloring lighter than the Morpho Menelaus but with more of a powdery blue look to it. It is an instant favorite for many. ]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/small-nymphalidae-asterope-leprieuri-butterfly.html Leprieur's Glory is an especially unique butterfly. While it is not part of the morphidae family, this gorgeous butterfly is characterized by a dark metallic blue wing accentuated by a bright, light blue metallic splash around the edges. But that doesn't end the beauty of this especially interesting butterfly: the underside is also marked by metallic bluish/greenish colors accentuated by a pattern of black spots and a red marking near the base of the wings. In some species including degandii, buckleyi and certain races of leprieuri these bright patches extend to cover the inner two-thirds of the hindwing area.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/idea-leuconoe-leuconoe-rice-paper-butterfly.html The Idea Leuconoe Leuconoe has a variety of nicknames; it is also known as the Paper Kite, the Rice Paper butterfly, and the Large Tree Nymph butterfly. Whatever you call it, this popular butterfly is a well established favorite among butterfly collectors. This elegant charmer is known especially for its presence in butterfly greenhouses and live butterfly expositions. It originates from southeast Asia.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/ancyluris-aulestes-metallic-surprise-butterfly.html This tiny beauty has a stunning metallic blue color, an exotic dragon tail, and a very unique wing shape rarely matched in nature! Although this gorgeous butterfly is less than the size of a large man's thumbnail- its impact is huge!
Perhaps surprisingly, the top side is not noteworthy other than its fabulous wing shape: it is black with a red stripe.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/ancyluris-melibaus-metallic-surprise-twin-butterfly.html The twin of Ancyluris Aulestes, this tiny beauty has a stunning metallic blue color, an exotic dragon tail, and a very unique wing shape rarely matched in nature! Although this gorgeous butterfly is less than the size of a large man's thumbnail- its impact is huge!
Perhaps surprisingly, the top side is not noteworthy other than its fabulous wing shape: it is black with a red stripe.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/pier-delias-hyparete-red-breasted-jezebel-butterfly.html With surprisingly strong primary colors, this little butterfly has been nicknamed the red breasted Jezabel because of its striking dash of red on the hind wings. Its strong black outlines and punctuated yellow spots makes this graceful beauty an attention grabber - and it practically breathes peace to the viewer.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/noctuidae-white-witch-clip-stem.html Unfairly labeled the "white witch," this gargantuan moth has the largest wingspan of any insect on the planet! The underside of this moth flashes iridescent purple at extreme angles. Superstitious local villagers who observed quick flashes of purple light in the night sky soon labeled this beautiful moth the "white witch" because of this unique characteristic.

Each specimen varies significantly in size - if you are looking for the largest specimen we can get, call us with your special request and for a guessing in pricing.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/giant-noctuidae-white-witch.html Unfairly labeled the "white witch," this gargantuan moth has the largest wingspan of any insect on the planet! The underside of this moth flashes iridescent purple at extreme angles. Superstitious local villagers who observed quick flashes of purple light in the night sky soon labeled this beautiful moth the "white witch" because of this unique characteristic.

Each specimen varies significantly in size - if you are looking for the largest specimen we can get, call us with your special request and for a guessing in pricing.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/trogonoptera-pair.html Featuring the unmistakably gorgeous female Trogonoptera and her male companion, this ensemble is perhaps the most beautiful of all of our bird wing pairs.
Only Wings & Things carries the rare female Trogonoptera so this is your only opportunity to buy this fabulous display: Buy Now!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/butterfly-plane-dragontail-463.html Designed after the ever popular swallow tailed butterflies of the papilionidae family, this kirigami (origami with a bit of cutting) butterfly plane was custom designed by the owner's 9 year old son. Yes, it really does fly and can be used like an airplane - only better!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/butterfly-plane-dragontail-464.html Designed after the intricate wing shape of the Marpesia Petreus, this kirigami (origami with a bit of cutting) butterfly plane was custom designed by the owner's 9 year old son. Although not quite as fabulous of a flier as some of our other planes, this one really does fly and it is definitely a blast to create - download it now and make your own!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/butterfly-plane-dragontail.html This kirigami (origami with a bit of cutting) butterfly plane was custom designed by the owner's 9 year old son - and it flies!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/zebra-hexagon-with-trio.html A simple hexagonal design with a trio of Heliconius Charitonia in the middle. The strong stripes of this butterfly accentuate the elegant pattern. This display comes in a 9x9 frame. READY TO BUILD! We are the only vendor to carry this product! ]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/zebra-hexagon-with-trio-456.html A perfect hexagon with Heliconius Charitonia flanking the outside edges and a trio in the middle.

The strong stripes of this butterfly accentuate the elegant pattern.

This display comes in a 12x12 frame.

READY TO BUILD!
We are the only vendor to carry this product! ]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/zebra-doublehexagon-with-troides.html A perfect hexagon with Heliconius Charitonia flanking the outside edges and a Troides Rhadamantus in the middle.

We can customize this display by featuring any butterfly of your choice in the middle. However, because butterflies vary from species to species, your display may need to be enlarged and the price may vary.

READY TO BUILD!
This display comes in a 12x12 frame.

We are the only vendor to carry this product!
]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/zebra-hexagon-with-trio-458.html Another hexagonal design flanked by an additional hexagon on the outside edges, this display has the appearance of a flower with a trio of Heliconius Charitonia in the middle.

The strong stripes of this butterfly accentuate this clever pattern.

This display comes in a 12x12 frame.

READY TO BUILD!
We are the only vendor to carry this product! ]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/zebra-hexagon-with-trio-459.html Another hexagonal design flanked by an additional hexagon on the outside edges, this display has the appearance of a flower with a Troides Rhadamantus in the middle.

We can customize this display by featuring any butterfly of your choice in the middle. However, because butterflies vary from species to species, your display may need to be enlarged and the price may vary.

This display comes in a 12x12 frame.

READY TO BUILD!
We are the only vendor to carry this product! ]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-brown-eurytides-serville-butterfly.html This "kite" is perhaps one of the most elegant species in the world. The intricacy of this swallowtail's design is under appreciated until you see it in person. It is truly remarkable.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/small-papilionidae-blue-accents-graphium-weiskei-butterfly.html This species is an enduring classic – an instant favorite and a pleasure to own for a lifetime. Both charming and elegant- this small butterfly is one of the few butterflies in the world to boast the purple color as well as pinks- blues- and greens.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-nyphalidae-brown-hypolimnas-dexithea-butterfly.html This rare butterfly is the most prominent of the scalloped wings species - completely without a rival. Apart from the strong scalloped edge, the design along the edge increases the beauty of the especially striking butterfly. This butterfly typically arrives without an abdomen (like the Morpho species) because it creates a strong oil on the wings when not spread. If you want the abdomen attached, just tell us in your comments; if we have some, we will accommodate the request.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/medium-papilionlidae-brown-meandrusa-payeni-ciminius-butterfly.html This is the most uniquely shaped swallowtail species - check out the fantastic curves on the fore wings! It is difficult to determine whether the inside colors are yellow or tan - you'll have to decide for yourself. The Meandrusa carries an uncommon dash of silver on the underside as well – and it flies higher than the trees where it lives so it is very rarely seen on land. Very few vendors offer this awesome butterfly so don't miss this opportunity!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-morphos-morpho-menelaus-butterfly.html The Menelaus is beyond doubt the most popular butterfly among the Morphos – this reflective beauty is so iridescent that it is practically like looking into a mirror! Check out our video to observe its reflectiveness!

Recommendations: any frame will do for this gorgeous butterfly – they all bring out different qualities. ]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/huge-papilionidae-orange-ornithoptera-croesus-lydius-butterfly.html This awesome birdwing is breathtaking - and huge to boot! A member of the ever popular Ornithoptera family- this butterfly is sure to impress and inspire your friends. If you could only have one butterfly and we were to recommend a single choice - this would unquestionably be the recommendation. With a beautiful underside similar to the Priamus Poseidon and the shimmery orange patterns on the front side- you won't want to miss this tremendous opportunity to purchase a Croesus Lydius! We recommend a black frame with a double pane.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/huge-papilionidae-blue-ornithoptera-priamus-urvillianus-butterfly.html This awesome birdwing is breathtaking - and huge to boot! A member of the ever popular Ornithoptera family- this butterfly is sure to impress and inspire your friends.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-yellow-papilio-dardanus-dardanus-butterfly.html This creamy butter colored beauty may be the most important butterfly in the world. Medical researches have come to know this "flying hankerchief" or "mocker swallowtail" as a classic example of how nature can offer clues to curing modern medical mysteries - in this case- devastating childhood diseases. As this butterfly is exquisitely elegant and a wonderful addition to any collection- we recommend this butterfly for a "get well" present to your loved one in the hospital - make sure to customize the mount with a special message!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-blue-papilio-ulysses-ulysses-butterfly.html One of the most popular butterflies on the planet - this fabulous species has a beautiful blue hue to it but when seen from some angles - it reflects a deep purple color you won't believe until you see it. When wet - the reflections are actually an aqua green!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/medium-pieridae-orange-accented-phoebis-philea-butterfly.html This charming "Smiley Face" butterfly is a nice touch to any flight of butterflies - we recommend it for your custom order - but it is also elegant all by itself. If you are looking for a happy butterfly - this is the perfect choice!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/huge-papilionidae-green-ornithoptera-priamus-poseidon-male-butterfly.html The Priamus Poseidon is one of the most popular species of the "Birdwings" and you can see why! The main picture is of the underside of the butterfly. Check out the beautiful top side as well. Don't forget to check out the female either - she is brown but she is also much - much larger! If you were to only purchase one green butterfly- this might be your very best choice! If it was a toss-up between butterflies, the cheaper and smaller of the two most beautiful butterflies is the Papilio Lorquianus. Buy both in a custom ordered, single frame!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-brown-eurytides-serville-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This "kite" is perhaps one of the most elegant species in the world. The intricacy of this swallowtail's design is under appreciated until you see it in person. It is truly remarkable.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/small-papilionidae-blue-accents-graphium-weiskei-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This species is an enduring classic – an instant favorite and a pleasure to own for a lifetime. Both charming and elegant- this small butterfly is one of the few butterflies in the world to boast the purple color as well as pinks- blues- and greens.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-nyphalidae-brown-hypolimnas-dexithea-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This rare butterfly is the most prominent of the scalloped wings species - completely without a rival. Apart from the strong scalloped edge, the design along the edge increases the beauty of the especially striking butterfly. This butterfly typically arrives without an abdomen (like the Morpho species) because it creates a strong oil on the wings when not spread. If you want the abdomen attached, just tell us in your comments; if we have some, we will accommodate the request.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/medium-papilionlidae-brown-meandrusa-payeni-ciminius-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This is the most uniquely shaped swallowtail species - check out the fantastic curves on the fore wings! It is difficult to determine whether the inside colors are yellow or tan - you'll have to decide for yourself. The Meandrusa carries an uncommon dash of silver on the underside as well – and it flies higher than the trees where it lives so it is very rarely seen on land. Very few vendors offer this awesome butterfly so don't miss this opportunity!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-morphos-morpho-menelaus-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html The Menelaus is beyond doubt the most popular butterfly among the Morphos – this reflective beauty is so iridescent that it is practically like looking into a mirror! Check out our video to observe its reflectiveness!

Recommendations: any frame will do for this gorgeous butterfly – they all bring out different qualities. All of the Morpho species are available in natural finish only – the glossy treatment destroys the iridescence.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/huge-papilionidae-orange-ornithoptera-croesus-lydius-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This awesome birdwing is breathtaking - and huge to boot! A member of the ever popular Ornithoptera family- this butterfly is sure to impress and inspire your friends. If you could only have one butterfly and we were to recommend a single choice - this would unquestionably be the recommendation. With a beautiful underside similar to the Priamus Poseidon and the shimmery orange patterns on the front side- you won't want to miss this tremendous opportunity to purchase a Croesus Lydius! We recommend a black frame with a double pane.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/huge-papilionidae-green-ornithoptera-priamus-poseidon-male-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html The Priamus Poseidon is one of the most popular species of the "Birdwings" and you can see why! The main picture is of the underside of the butterfly. Check out the beautiful top side as well. Don't forget to check out the female either - she is brown but she is also much - much larger! If you were to only purchase one green butterfly- this might be your very best choice! If it was a toss-up between butterflies, the cheaper and smaller of the two most beautiful butterflies is the Papilio Lorquianus. Buy both in a custom ordered, single frame!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/huge-papilionidae-blue-ornithoptera-priamus-urvillianus-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This awesome birdwing is breathtaking - and huge to boot! A member of the ever popular Ornithoptera family- this butterfly is sure to impress and inspire your friends.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-yellow-papilio-dardanus-dardanus-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This creamy butter colored beauty may be the most important butterfly in the world. Medical researches have come to know this "flying hankerchief" or "mocker swallowtail" as a classic example of how nature can offer clues to curing modern medical mysteries - in this case- devastating childhood diseases. As this butterfly is exquisitely elegant and a wonderful addition to any collection- we recommend this butterfly for a "get well" present to your loved one in the hospital - make sure to customize the mount with a special message!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-papilionidae-blue-papilio-ulysses-ulysses-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html One of the most popular butterflies on the planet - this fabulous species has a beautiful blue hue to it but when seen from some angles - it reflects a deep purple color you won't believe until you see it. When wet - the reflections are actually an aqua green!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/medium-pieridae-orange-accented-phoebis-philea-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This charming "Smiley Face" butterfly is a nice touch to any flight of butterflies - we recommend it for your custom order - but it is also elegant all by itself. If you are looking for a happy butterfly - this is the perfect choice! Phoebis family butterflies tend to be quite durable as butterfly clips and stems and they look very nice in glossy styles!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/graphium-polycenes.html This quaint little charmer is found nowhere else - we are the only vendor to carry this beautiful butterfly. Featuring scalloped wings, a swallowtail, a strong wing shape, and a nice pattern on its wings, the Graphium Polycenes is a pure pleaser!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-nymphalidae-brown-accents-cethosia-myrina-butterfly.html This butterfly is the Royals Royce version of the Biblis Picta. Significantly larger- flashier colors (including a dash of purple)- and a shape resembling the swallowtail (without the tail)- this butterfly makes a gorgeous display. For mysterious reasons we cannot explain- this butterfly is not offered by any other vendor so make sure to get your display from Wings & Things today!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000 http://www.wingsandthings.biz/large-nymphalidae-brown-accents-cethosia-myrina-butterfly-clip-stem-html.html This butterfly is the Royals Royce version of the Biblis Picta. Significantly larger- flashier colors (including a dash of purple)- and a shape resembling the swallowtail (without the tail)- this butterfly makes a gorgeous display. For mysterious reasons we cannot explain- this butterfly is not offered by any other vendor so make sure to get your display from Wings & Things today!]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:46:07 +0000