California Dogface Butterfly 2019 Non-Machineable Surcharge Postage Stamps Self-Adhesive Sheet for Square Envelopes and Invitations

The stamp art was digitally created using images of preserved butterflies as a starting point. The result is a highly stylized, simplified image of a California Dogface (Zerene eurydice) rather than an exact reproduction.

The California dogface butterfly’s unique wing pattern makes it a sought-after species by many nature photographers. However, the california dogface flies exceptionally fast, making it difficult to spot one with its wings open long enough to take a photo. These butterflies only remain still while they are drinking nectar – making them a rare and beautiful sight.