Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle blue wing lemon butterfly

lemon butterfly

Siproeta stelenes is named for the mineral malachite

their gentle demeanor means they rarely do so unless provoked

Guatemala and Peru

Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle blue wing lemon butterflyThe 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.