{"product_id":"framed-horse-lubber-grasshopper-rare-colorful-insect-art-8x10","title":"Framed horse lubber grasshopper: rare colorful insect art, 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\u003eTaeniopoda centurio, horse lubber grasshopper, open wings, katydids, bush cricket, Rare and colourful katydid from Mexico, frame 8\" x 10\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTaeniopoda centurio, commonly known as the horse lubber grasshopper, is a large, colorful species of lubber grasshopper belonging to the family Romaleidae. This insect is notable for its robust body and vivid coloration, often featuring a combination of black, yellow, and orange hues, which serve as a warning to potential predators due to its chemical defenses. Like other lubber grasshoppers, T. centurio is a poor flier, relying more on its intimidating appearance and toxic secretions for defense rather than escape. Its body can reach lengths of over 5 cm (2 inches), making it one of the more conspicuous grasshoppers in its range.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe distribution of Taeniopoda centurio is primarily centered in Central America. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, including countries such as Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama. The species inhabits forests, grasslands, and agricultural areas where it feeds on a wide variety of plants. Due to its large size and striking appearance, it is often easily spotted by observers in its natural habitat. While not considered a major agricultural pest, local populations may occasionally cause minor defoliation in cultivated areas.\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":56502085648648,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3891","price":61.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":56502085681416,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3892","price":61.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":56502085714184,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3893","price":61.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":56502085746952,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3894","price":61.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69d04b65dfcbab8a6389ab5c.png?v=1775795934","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-horse-lubber-grasshopper-rare-colorful-insect-art-8x10","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}