Fauna – butterflies, insects collection year 1950/1990 stamps MNH

Fauna – butterflies, insects collection year 1950/1990 stamps MNH

Butterflies and insects are popular themes for postage stamps worldwide. Many countries issue stamps featuring these creatures to celebrate their beauty, diversity, and ecological importance. These stamps often showcase colorful illustrations or photographs of various butterfly species or iconic insect species.

Some countries even dedicate entire series or collections to butterflies and insects, highlighting different species or focusing on specific themes such as conservation, migration, or native biodiversity.

These stamps not only serve as a means of postage but also raise awareness about the significance of butterflies and insects in our ecosystems and cultures. They can also be collectible items for philatelists (stamp collectors) who appreciate their artistic and thematic value.

The U.S. Postal Service has released several stamps featuring butterflies and insects, including the popular “Butterflies” series and stamps depicting honeybees, dragonflies, and other insects. The Royal Mail occasionally releases stamps featuring butterflies and insects as part of its commemorative stamp series. The Australian Postal Corporation (Australia Post) has released numerous stamps featuring native butterflies and insects found in Australia’s diverse habitats.