{"product_id":"framed-chrysochroa-jewel-beetles-ethically-sourced-entomology-display-8x10-2","title":"Framed chrysochroa jewel beetles: ethically sourced entomology display (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\u003eChrysochroa beetles, Set boundle spread, buqueti, castelnaudi, aurora, ethically sourced, taxidermy, entomology gift, frame 8\"x10\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Chrysochroa genus, belonging to the Buprestidae family—commonly known as jewel beetles—is famed for its dazzling metallic coloration and distinctive, elongated bodies. These beetles are particularly prominent in South and Southeast Asia, with countries like India, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia serving as rich habitats. Their iridescent exoskeletons shimmer in hues of green, blue, gold, and violet, making them prized by collectors and naturalists alike. The brilliant coloration is not due to pigments but rather structural coloration—microscopic textures on the beetle’s surface refract light to create intense colors.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn the wild, Chrysochroa species are typically found in tropical and subtropical forests, where their larvae bore into wood or live under tree bark, feeding on decaying wood or sometimes healthy plant tissues. Adults are often seen basking in sunlight or feeding on nectar and sap. Their role in ecosystems is ecologically important, aiding in wood decomposition and nutrient cycling. Because of their stunning appearance and relative abundance in forested regions, these beetles are also widely used in educational exhibits and traditional crafts across Asia. However, habitat loss and over-collection in some areas have led to growing concern about their conservation.\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":"The Insectrum Company","offers":[{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":56502091579656,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES783","price":103.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":56502091612424,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES784","price":103.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":56502091645192,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES785","price":103.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":56502091677960,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES786","price":103.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69d04c56dfcbab8a6389ce0c.png?v=1775796036","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-chrysochroa-jewel-beetles-ethically-sourced-entomology-display-8x10-2","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}