{"product_id":"framed-malabar-banana-spider-colorful-insect-display-6-x-6","title":"Framed Malabar Banana Spider, Colorful Insect Display (6\" x 6\")","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\u003eNephilengys malabarensis, the Malabar banana spider, colourful spider from Indonesia, frame 6\" x 6\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e**Nephilengys malabarensis**, commonly known as the **Malabar orb-weaving spider** or **Malabar banana spider**, is a species of **araneid spider** found across **South and Southeast Asia**, including **India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Indonesia**. It is often associated with **banana plantations**, where it weaves its **large, asymmetrical webs** in sheltered areas like tree trunks, banana leaves, and human structures. The **females** are significantly larger and more vibrant than the males, with **yellowish-brown, black, and white markings**, while the **males are much smaller and less conspicuous**. This species is also known for its **retreat-building behavior**, where it constructs a silk-lined hiding place near its web to escape predators and disturbances.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOne of the most fascinating aspects of **Nephilengys malabarensis** is its unique **mating strategy**. After copulation, males often **detach their reproductive organs**, a behavior known as **genital emasculation**, to increase the chances of successful fertilization and prevent rival males from mating with the female. This process also allows the male's sperm to continue transferring even after he is no longer present. Despite their intimidating appearance, **Malabar banana spiders** are not considered dangerous to humans. Their silk is incredibly strong and has been studied for potential applications in biomaterials. Due to their adaptability and widespread presence in tropical regions, they play an essential role in controlling insect populations.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support the sustainable tropical butterfly collections as long as they take care of conserving the rainforest where they fly and developing 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 consider that the specimen 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":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52887749591304,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1816","price":38.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896679559432,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1817","price":38.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52896679592200,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1818","price":38.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52896679624968,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1819","price":38.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/697cc8d23641577d0fc18724_7deaa5a7-5c35-415b-bb10-0e849c1b530c.png?v=1774643643","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-malabar-banana-spider-colorful-insect-display-6-x-6","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}