{"product_id":"framed-madagascar-forest-scorpion-pair-entomology-display-8x10-shadowbox","title":"Framed madagascar forest scorpion pair: entomology display (8x10\" shadowbox)","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\u003eOpisthacanthus madagascariensis pair, Madagascar forest scorpion, Scorpion endemic Madagascar, entomology gift, scientific display 8\" x 10\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOpisthacanthus madagascariensis, commonly known as the Madagascar forest scorpion, is a species of scorpion belonging to the family Hormuridae. This species is characterized by its robust body, dark coloration, and relatively large size compared to other scorpions found in the same region. It is primarily nocturnal and prefers humid, forested environments where it can hide under logs, stones, or within leaf litter. Like many scorpions, it uses its pincers to capture prey and its venomous sting for defense and subduing food, though its venom is generally not considered dangerous to humans.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis scorpion is endemic to Madagascar, meaning it is found nowhere else in the world. Its distribution is largely confined to the island’s eastern and northern rainforests, where high humidity and dense vegetation provide ideal conditions. Due to ongoing habitat loss from deforestation and human development, some populations may be under threat, although detailed conservation assessments are limited. Despite this, Opisthacanthus madagascariensis plays an important role in the local ecosystem as both predator and prey, helping to maintain insect population balance in Madagascar’s unique biodiversity.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease Be Aware: The specimen that you will receive may differ in size, shape or colour very slightly since 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":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889769509128,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1480","price":49.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889769541896,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1481","price":49.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889769574664,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1482","price":49.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889769607432,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1483","price":49.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d50843ac8a3999864c849_5ab13966-31bc-4b1d-aa8b-f29b0ed3fc50.png?v=1774892897","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-madagascar-forest-scorpion-pair-entomology-display-8x10-shadowbox","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}