{"product_id":"framed-giant-purple-carpenter-bee-taxidermy-ethically-sourced-entomology-wall-art","title":"Framed giant purple carpenter bee taxidermy: ethically sourced entomology wall art","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\u003eXylocopa latipes, giant purple carpenter bee, ethically sourced, taxidermy present, entomology gift, bug collection, wall decor, nature art\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eXylocopa latipes, commonly known as the tropical carpenter bee, is a large, robust bee species found primarily in Southeast Asia, including India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This species is known for its glossy, black exoskeleton with metallic blue highlights, with females typically larger than males, reaching up to 3 cm in length. Their powerful mandibles allow them to bore into wood, where they build nests in dead trees or wooden structures.\nThe name \"Xylocopa\" comes from the Greek words \"xylon\" (wood) and \"koptein\" (to cut), reflecting the bee's wood-boring behaviour. The species name \"latipes\" translates to \"broad-footed,\" possibly referring to the bee's stout legs.\nA curiosity about Xylocopa latipes is that, despite its intimidating appearance and size, it is not aggressive and rarely stings unless provoked. These bees are crucial in pollinating various plants, making them vital contributors to the ecosystem's health.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support sustainable tropical fauna as long as they protect the rainforest where they fly and develop 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 \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":52887746740488,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3422","price":23.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":52889795625224,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3423","price":23.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":52889795657992,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3424","price":23.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":52889795690760,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3425","price":23.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69cab3b5648aace8fa3e3f4c.png?v=1774893303","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-giant-purple-carpenter-bee-taxidermy-ethically-sourced-entomology-wall-art","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}