{"product_id":"framed-atlas-beetle-taxidermy-large-rhinoceros-beetle-10-x-8","title":"Framed atlas beetle taxidermy, large rhinoceros beetle, 10\" x 8\"","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\u003eFramed Chalcosoma atlas open wings, Atlas beetle, large rhinoceros beetle from Indonesia, framed bug, taxidermy present frame 10\" x 8\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Chalcosoma atlas, commonly known as the Atlas beetle, is a large species of rhinoceros beetle belonging to the family Scarabaeidae. It is one of the most impressive beetles in the world due to its massive size and striking horns. Males can grow up to 13 centimeters long and are easily recognized by their three prominent horns—one on the head and two on the thorax—used in combat with rivals during mating competitions. Females, in contrast, lack these horns and are smaller and more robust in build. The species is named after the mythological Titan Atlas, symbolizing its great strength, as it can lift objects many times its body weight.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Atlas beetle is native to Southeast Asia, with its distribution spanning Malaysia, Indonesia (especially Sumatra and Java), Thailand, and surrounding regions. It inhabits tropical rainforests where it plays an important role in the ecosystem by feeding on decaying plant matter and contributing to nutrient cycling. The larvae, which can take up to two years to develop into adults, live in rotting wood and soil rich in organic material. Due to their size and unique appearance, Atlas beetles are popular among insect collectors and are sometimes bred in captivity, though habitat loss and overcollection may pose localized threats to their populations.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of the conservation of the rainforest where they fly and the development of responsible conscious trading.\nThis allows us to support local ranching farms with ethically sourced material and help at the same time collectors and enthusiasts to contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease 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":"WITH NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":53221277827336,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES417","price":35.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":53221277892872,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES418","price":35.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WTHOUT NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":53221277925640,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES419","price":35.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WTHOUT NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":53221277958408,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES420","price":35.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69a22ef40b9b45771c5e7baf.png?v=1775718062","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-atlas-beetle-taxidermy-large-rhinoceros-beetle-10-x-8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}