{"product_id":"framed-neptune-giant-pill-millipede-madagascar-shadow-box-6x6","title":"Framed neptune giant pill millipede - madagascar shadow box (6\"x6\")","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\u003eZoosphaerium neptunus, Neptune Giant Pill Millipede, one of the largest pill millipedes, Endemic from Madagascar, frame 6\" X 6\" shadow box\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eZoosphaerium neptunus, commonly known as the Neptune Giant Pill Millipede, is one of the largest pill millipedes in the world and is native to the forests of Madagascar. This impressive species belongs to the order Sphaerotheriida and the family Arthrosphaeridae. Adult individuals can reach up to 9.5 centimeters in length and are capable of rolling into a nearly perfect ball—a defense mechanism known as volvation. Its exoskeleton is thick and shiny, usually dark brown to black in color, with distinctive body segments that resemble armor plates. The large size and ability to completely enclose themselves in this protective ball are adaptations likely developed in response to Madagascar’s unique predator ecosystem.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eZoosphaerium neptunus plays a vital role in its habitat as a detritivore, feeding on decaying plant matter and contributing to nutrient cycling in the forest floor ecosystem. Like many of Madagascar’s endemic species, it faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion. Its size and appearance also make it a target for the exotic pet trade, although it is protected under Malagasy conservation laws. Despite its armored appearance, this millipede is entirely harmless to humans and is a remarkable example of Madagascar’s highly specialized and isolated invertebrate fauna.\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":"BLACK \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221273141512,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4792","price":31.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221273403656,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4793","price":31.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221273436424,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4794","price":31.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221273469192,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES4795","price":31.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/697e27653641577d0ffca652_c38391d0-219f-4e53-bef7-43671b4bb758.png?v=1774895911","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-neptune-giant-pill-millipede-madagascar-shadow-box-6x6","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}