{"product_id":"benacus-griseus-pair-or-the-eastern-toe-biter-bug-water-bug-wall-decor-ethically-sourced-taxidermy-entomology-8x10","title":"Framed Benacus Griseus Pair, Ethically Sourced Taxidermy Wall Decor (8x10)","description":"Order limit: $250 (approx. £187) per transaction.\u003cbr\u003eIf you'd like to purchase more, please place separate orders. I’ll happily refund any extra shipping costs.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBenacus griseus pair, or the Eastern toe-biter bug, water bug, wall decor, ethically sourced, taxidermy, entomology, 8\"x10\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBenacus griseus, or the Eastern toe-biter, is a striking species of giant water bug within the family Belostomatidae. It is the sole member of its genus Benacus, which was formerly considered a subgenus of Lethocerus\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAdults are notably large—ranging roughly from 47 to 64 mm in length—making them among the largest aquatic insects in eastern North America\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDistinctive features include the absence of a groove on the front femur, unlike related species, as well as a wide hind tibia and black stripes on the underside\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn terms of distribution, Benacus griseus is widespread across eastern North America, spanning from New England and southern Ontario, west to Nebraska, and south through Florida, Texas, along the Gulf Coast into Mexico.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSome sources extend its range into Honduras and other parts of Central America, reflecting its presence across both Nearctic and northern Neotropical regions\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of conserving the rainforest where they fly and developing responsible conscious trading.\nThis allows us to support local ranching farms with ethically sourced material and help at the same time collectors and enthusiasts contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.\nPlease take into consideration that the specimen that you will receive may slightly differ in size, shape or colour from the picture shown as you are purchasing a natural product.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease note: In our selection of white frames, the inner box frame—the part that creates the depth of the shadow box—is currently only available in black, as white versions are not available at this time. The outer frame remains white.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis detail has not been an issue in over six years of offering this product, but we wanted to proactively inform you to ensure full transparency.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis applies only to deep frame items. Shadow boxes, if selected, come with a white inner frame.","brand":"INSECTRUM","offers":[{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887745331464,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1326","price":51.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887745364232,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1327","price":51.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887745397000,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1328","price":51.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52887745429768,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1329","price":51.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d60a63ac8a39998689325_d1689621-8899-4e74-8703-f59621956621.png?v=1774641271","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/benacus-griseus-pair-or-the-eastern-toe-biter-bug-water-bug-wall-decor-ethically-sourced-taxidermy-entomology-8x10","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}