Ornithoptera urvillanus

Description

The Empire Blue Birdwing is a beautiful blue and velvet black patched birdwing butterfly from the Solomon Islands. Their wingspans spread up to 5 inches in length! A rare find! These are not often on the market anymore because of habitat loss. You will receive this exact specimen spread as shown from the TBC House Collection.

Condition

Excellent

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Dimensions

14.5 cm

Ornithoptera urvillanus

Lot 0002

Estimate $225-$450May 31, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT

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