Also called the Japanese Emperor, because it is the National Butterfly of Japan;however, it is actually colored red, white and blue! Red spots on the hindwings look like two red lights among a splattering of white spots. At first the middle of the wings look dark black, but when you change the angle, a brilliant deep blue appears, providing a real surprise. They have a very exciting flight and you can hear the wings flapping up to 15 feet away.You can only find them in dense forest, usually feeding on the sap which oozes from the tree bark. About 3" wide x 3" tall in an 5" x 6" frame. Also available with two butterflies in the same frame, showing the dramatic variance in top and bottom: Sasakia Charonda Pair $120.00 BugInABox.com searches the world for the finest in rare butterflies, beetles, and interesting insects, so you can enjoy them up close and personal. Copyright2004