{"product_id":"framed-giant-devils-flower-mantis-idolomantis-diabolica-entomology-specimen-a4-frame","title":"Framed Giant Devil's Flower Mantis – Idolomantis diabolica Entomology Specimen (A4 Frame)","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 Giant devil’s flower mantis - Idolomantis diabolica,  ethically sourced entomology gift, Frame A4\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIdolomantis diabolica, commonly known as the devil’s flower mantis or giant devil’s flower mantis, is one of the largest and most striking praying mantis species in the world. It is famous for its elaborate leaf-like body extensions and vivid coloration, which help it mimic flowers and dried vegetation. This remarkable camouflage allows the mantis to ambush insects and other small prey while remaining hidden from predators. Females are considerably larger than males and can reach lengths of around 10–13 cm.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe devil’s flower mantis is native to arid and semi-arid regions of East Africa. Its distribution includes countries such as Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania, and Uganda. It typically inhabits dry bushland, scrub, and savanna environments where its coloration blends with local vegetation. The species is highly prized by insect enthusiasts and is commonly bred in captivity because of its unusual appearance and fascinating behavior.\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":"The Insectrum Company","offers":[{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":58016914833672,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3998","price":66.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":58016914931976,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3999","price":66.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":58016914964744,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4000","price":66.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":58016914997512,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4001","price":66.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/6a2d5567110a6bcbc41fe210_3f9d5586-5d7a-488f-99cc-758151a8be55.png?v=1782393262","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-giant-devils-flower-mantis-idolomantis-diabolica-entomology-specimen-a4-frame","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}