Specimen No. 03 — European Peacock Butterfly

Aglais io

The European Peacock Butterfly is one of nature's most striking examples of defensive artistry. Its deep crimson wings are anchored by four large, owl-like eyespots — a natural adaptation believed to startle and deter predators, and one that makes Aglais io immediately recognizable to anyone who encounters it.

Widespread across Europe and temperate Asia, the Peacock is a familiar yet endlessly fascinating species, its bold patterning as arresting under close study as it is at a distance.

Each specimen is professionally mounted and presented in a minimalist natural history frame, designed to complement modern interiors while honoring the traditions of scientific collection. As with all natural specimens, subtle variation in color and pattern is inherent, ensuring every piece is, by nature, one of a kind.