{"product_id":"framed-giant-robber-fly-taxidermy-madagascar-insect-display-4x4","title":"Framed giant robber fly taxidermy: madagascar insect display (4x4)","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\u003eMicrostylum cilipes, the Giant Robber Madagascar Fly, Asilidae sp, taxidermy gift, entomology, ethically sourced, bug collection, 4\" x 4\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMicrostylum cilipes is a striking species of robber fly belonging to the family Asilidae, commonly referred to as the Giant Robber Fly. Known for its elongated body, strong flight capabilities, and predatory behavior, this species stands out for its large size and intimidating appearance. As with other members of the Microstylum genus, M. cilipes features prominent compound eyes, a stout, spiny proboscis used to inject digestive enzymes into prey, and bristly legs adapted for capturing other flying insects mid-air. These traits make it one of the top aerial predators among flies, often feeding on other dipterans, bees, and even small dragonflies.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis species is found in Madagascar, where it inhabits dry forests, scrublands, and open areas with sparse vegetation. Its presence contributes to the local ecological balance as a natural insect control agent. Madagascar's unique and isolated ecosystem has likely played a role in shaping the evolutionary traits of M. cilipes, giving it characteristics well-suited to the island's diverse environments. As with many native Malagasy invertebrates, its conservation status is largely unknown, but habitat preservation is crucial due to increasing environmental pressure on the island’s biodiversity.\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":53078903587080,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES112","price":21.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":53078904504584,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES113","price":21.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":53078904537352,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES114","price":21.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":53078904570120,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES115","price":21.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d57f03ac8a3999866351b.png?v=1774895401","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-giant-robber-fly-taxidermy-madagascar-insect-display-4x4","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}