Switzerland:EUROPA – Endangered National Wildlife

On 6 May 2021 Swiss Post issued a set of two stamps under the EUROPA 2021 - "Endangered National Wildlife" theme.

The two postage stamps feature the Woodland Brown and the Scarce Large Blue Butterlies respectively – two butterflies that could hardly be more different. But they do have one thing in common: both are classified as endangered species in Switzerland. .

Issue Description
The designs are of the Woodland Brown (Lopinga Achine) and the Scarce Large Blue (Phengaris Teleius) – because insects are also classified as wild animals. The illustrations seek to highlight the delicate nature of these animals through a highly detailed and lifelike style. The meticulous presentation and vibrant background colours aim to catch the eye and emphasize the fact that the animals are under threat.

Stamps
The postage stamps depict the Woodland Brown- & the Scarce Large Blue Butterflies.

Sheets
Each of the two full sheets with formatted margins contains 5 stamps (one design).

EUROPA Series
Other Issues under the EUROPA theme include: