Issue:      Cambodia Artopoetes Pryeri Butterfly 1991 Stamp

Type:      Stamp

Number of Stamps:         1

Denominations:        400 R, 

Issue Date:       1991

Issued By:       Cambodia Post

Tiny Jewel of the Cambodian Forest:

The 1991 featuring the butterfly Artopoetes pryeri celebrates a rare and exquisite species known for its delicate wings and subtle lavender blue tones this butterfly belongs to the Lycaenidae family often referred to as the gossamer winged butterflies which are among the smallest and most colorful in the world the stamp captures the fragile elegance of Artopoetes pryeri set against a gentle background that enhances its shimmering detail and quiet presence in the forest.

Messenger of Delicate Ecosystems in Nature:

Artopoetes pryeri thrives in quiet forest regions feeding on nectar and playing an important role in the balance of plant and insect life it symbolizes the sensitivity of natural ecosystems and the need to protect even the smallest members of the environment its limited range and specialized habitat make it an indicator of biodiversity health the 1991 stamp becomes more than a collector piece it is a visual reminder of nature intricate design and the importance of environmental awareness in Cambodia.

A Miniature Work of Winged Art on Postage:

Stamp from 1991 is part of a butterfly series designed to combine scientific accuracy with visual appeal the illustration of Artopoetes pryeri highlights its soft pastel colors and precise wing pattern making it both a tribute to nature and a collector delight butterflies are a timeless symbol of transformation beauty and fragility and this stamp preserves that essence in printed form through this small canvas Cambodia tells a big story about pride in its wildlife artistic heritage and dedication to ecological education