{"product_id":"framed-bark-mantis-taxidermy-ethically-sourced-entomology-display","title":"Framed bark mantis taxidermy: ethically sourced entomology display","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\u003eTheopompa tosta, toasted bark mantis, wall decor, science collection, ethically sourced, taxidermy insect, entomology present, frame 8\"x8\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTheopompa tosta, commonly known as the bark mantis, is a species of praying mantis belonging to the family Deroplatyidae. This mantis is renowned for its impressive camouflage, mimicking the texture and coloration of tree bark or dead leaves. Its body is flat and elongated, with a mottled brown and grey appearance that helps it blend seamlessly into forest environments. Like other mantises, T. tosta is a predatory insect, using its raptorial forelegs to capture and feed on smaller insects. It is typically a sit-and-wait predator, relying on its camouflage to ambush prey.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis species is primarily distributed in Southeast Asia, with confirmed sightings in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and parts of Thailand. It inhabits tropical and subtropical forests, particularly areas with dense vegetation and plenty of tree cover, which provide both food sources and camouflage opportunities. Due to its secretive nature and effective mimicry, Theopompa tosta is not frequently encountered, making it a prized find among mantis enthusiasts and collectors.\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":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221261803784,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3644","price":30.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221261934856,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3645","price":30.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221261967624,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3646","price":30.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221262000392,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3647","price":30.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/699637aba6cd4c9481dee326.png?v=1776736237","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-bark-mantis-taxidermy-ethically-sourced-entomology-display","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}