American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen
American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen
American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen
American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen
  1. American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen
  2. American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen
  3. American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen
  4. American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) - Framed Entomology Specimen

American Snout (Libytheana carinenta) – Framed Entomology Specimen

Price range: $19.99 through $39.99

Few insects are as eccentric as the American Snout, named for its long, beak-like mouthparts that give it a distinctive silhouette. With earthy wings patterned like autumn leaves, it folds into invisibility when still, transforming into what looks like a curled piece of bark clinging to a branch. Then, in sudden flight, warm oranges and tawny browns flash into view, betraying its clever disguise.

This butterfly is a master illusionist, carrying the spirit of survival through mimicry. For collectors, the American Snout is more than a curiosity — it is proof of nature’s endless inventiveness, a creature whose very form blurs the line between trickery and artistry.

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From Life to Legacy

Every framed specimen at Myco-Emporium is more than an artifact — it’s a story of respect, artistry, and renewal.

Each creature has been ethically and humanely sourced, never taken from endangered populations or harvested in harmful ways. Guided by compassion and science, Corrina delicately transforms these magnificent beings into scientific works of art — pieces that honor their species and invite future generations to learn, wonder, and protect.

In your hands, you hold not just a framed specimen, but a tribute: a timeless fusion of biology and artistry that captures the natural elegance of its subject. Each work is mounted with archival care to preserve its integrity, while framing techniques highlight every detail in respectful presentation.

Your purchase directly supports our mission. For every specimen sold, Myco-Emporium gives back by creating, restoring, and maintaining pollinator gardens and refuges — living sanctuaries that safeguard biodiversity and provide safe havens for bees, butterflies, beetles, and beyond.

When you choose this specimen, you join us in a vision: honor the past, preserve the present, and pave the way for a thriving future.

Honoring the Legacy You Now Hold

Your framed specimen is not only a breathtaking piece of natural history — it is a living commitment to remembrance and renewal. To ensure these delicate wonders remain vibrant and timeless, we’ve prepared a detailed care guide. By following these steps, you protect both the artistry and the story that each specimen carries, keeping its legacy alive for generations to come.

Framed Specimen Care — Overview

These museum-style frames use UV-safe acrylic and acid-free mounts. Follow these essentials to keep your piece pristine for decades.

Display Placement

  • Do Hang on interior walls away from windows, kitchens, and bathrooms.
  • Avoid direct sunlight and intense LED spotlights (risk of fading).
  • Target 40–55% RH, 60–75°F for best preservation.

Handling & Cleaning

  • Handle frame edges only; keep the acrylic front facing up when moving.
  • Dust acrylic with a clean microfiber; for smudges, use plastic-safe cleaner (not glass cleaner).
  • Never open the frame; contact us for re-mounts.

Long-Term Care

  • Add a small silica gel packet behind the frame on humid days.
  • Inspect quarterly for warping, loose hardware, or pests (booklice/carpet beetles).
  • Record your purchase date for our lifetime re-mount guarantee (materials-only).

Maintenance & Cleaning

1) Routine Dusting (Monthly)

  1. Turn off nearby fans/vents to reduce airborne grit.
  2. Wipe acrylic gently with a dry microfiber in one direction.
  3. For fingerprints, mist a microfiber with acrylic-safe cleaner; never spray directly.
Do not use: ammonia glass cleaners, paper towels, or abrasives — these scratch/cloud acrylic.

2) Environment Check (Quarterly)

  • Room target: 60–75°F, 40–55% RH.
  • If RH > 60% often, place a small silica gel packet behind the frame (not touching the specimen).
  • Keep 1–2″ air gap between frame and exterior walls to avoid condensation.
Pro tip: a tiny digital thermo-hygrometer nearby keeps conditions dialed.

3) Hardware & Seal Check (Semi-Annual)

  • Verify sawtooth/D-ring hardware is snug; retighten gently.
  • Inspect the backer seal/tape line for gaps; if lifted, contact us for a free re-seal (materials-only).

4) Pest Prevention

  • Keep food plants, seed mixes, or raw wool away from display areas.
  • If you spot frass (fine dust) or pinholes, remove from wall immediately and contact us.

Do / Don’t

Do

  • Display out of direct sun; use indirect, UV-filtered light.
  • Keep stable climate (40–55% RH).
  • Dust with microfiber; use acrylic-safe cleaner on cloth only.
  • Store original care card + purchase receipt for service.

Don’t

  • Open the frame or touch the specimen.
  • Use ammonia cleaners, alcohol, or paper towels on acrylic.
  • Hang in bathrooms, kitchens, or sun-blasted walls.
  • Lean the frame against heaters or exterior walls in winter.

Featured Framed Entomology Specimens

Bug-Relics by Corrina

Ethically sourced. Archivally framed. Meticulously preserved. Corrina transforms remarkable insects into transcendent works of natural art—pieces that spark curiosity, honor each life, and fund new habitats for pollinators.

The Artist’s Promise

  • Ethical provenance: never endangered; responsibly sourced.
  • Museum methodology: archival mounts, UV-safe glazing, pH-neutral papers.
  • Living impact: proceeds help build and maintain pollinator refuges.

What You’ll Feel

WonderTextureLight ScienceStory

Every piece arrives with a care card and species notes—ready to display, ready to inspire.

Framed Entomology Specimens

Archival frames that turn flight and pattern into lasting light—UV-safe acrylic, acid-free mounts, and discreet hardware for a gallery-clean hang.

Display

  • Hang away from direct sun; indirect or diffused light looks stunning.
  • Ideal climate: 60–75°F, 40–55% RH.
  • Matting and spacing highlight wing textures without crowding.

Build

  • UV-filter acrylic, pH-neutral backers, micro-fasteners.
  • Clean black or walnut frames; museum-grade dust seals.
  • Archival labels with species + locality when available.

Care

  • Dust acrylic with microfiber; never spray directly.
  • Quarterly glance for loosened hardware or humidity shifts.
  • Lifetime re-mount guarantee (materials-only).
Shop Framed Specimens Meet Corrina

Each purchase helps fund local pollinator gardens and refuges.

Wet Specimens

Crystal jars. Perfect clarity. A quiet, floating stillness. Our wet work comes in two voices: Scientific and Artistic Potions.

Scientific — Study-Grade Preservation

  • Standardized jars, archival labeling, clear provenance where available.
  • Specimens conditioned and posed for anatomical readability.
  • Preservation fluids selected for clarity and long-term stability.

Study-ready

Museum-inspired

Clean aesthetic

Artistic “Potions” — Narrative in a Jar

  • Hand-tinted bases, botanical accents, or subtle pigments for atmosphere.
  • Composed lighting inside the jar—meant for shelves and altars alike.
  • Signed by Corrina; many are one-of-one series pieces.

Atmospheric

One-of-a-kind

Conversation piece

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Mounted By

Corrina
Frame Size

Large, Medium, Small
Sourcing

Locally Sourced in FL

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