{"product_id":"framed-goliath-flower-beetle-taxidermy-spread-wing-insect-display-8x10","title":"Framed Goliath Flower Beetle Taxidermy, Spread Wing Insect 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\u003eGoliathus goliathus compersus female, Goliath Flower Beetle, beetle taxidermy, spread wing beetle from Congo, Africa, framed 8\"x10\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e**Goliathus goliathus compersus** is a subspecies of the Goliath beetle, known for its impressive size and striking appearance. Native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), this beetle belongs to the **Scarabaeidae** family and is one of the largest insects in the world by weight. It features a robust black and white patterned exoskeleton, with males exhibiting distinctive Y-shaped horns on their heads, which they use in combat over food and mates. Their powerful legs and tarsal claws help them climb trees and grasp onto surfaces, making them well-adapted to their habitat in tropical forests.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLike other **Goliathus** species, *G. g. compersus* primarily feeds on tree sap, fruits, and nectar, playing a role in the ecosystem as a pollinator and decomposer. The beetle undergoes a complete metamorphosis, with its larvae growing to substantial sizes while feeding on decaying wood and organic matter before pupating into their adult form. Due to habitat loss and deforestation in the DRC, populations may face pressures, though they are still relatively widespread. Enthusiasts and collectors admire these beetles for their striking patterns and size, making them a sought-after species in insect breeding programs.\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":53221654495496,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1422","price":54.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":53221654528264,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1423","price":54.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":53221654561032,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1424","price":54.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":53221654593800,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1425","price":54.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/699b65af15348523227a7101.png?v=1774641055","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-goliath-flower-beetle-taxidermy-spread-wing-insect-display-8x10","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}