{"product_id":"framed-raspy-cricket-specimen-sia-ferox-from-java-indonesia-8x10","title":"Framed raspy cricket specimen: sia ferox from java, indonesia (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\u003eSia ferox, the raspy cricket, katydids, bush cricket from Java, Indonesia, frame 8\" x 10\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSia ferox, commonly known as the **Raspy Cricket**, is a unique species of cricket belonging to the **Gryllacrididae** family. This fascinating insect is known for its rough, textured body, which gives it a \"raspy\" appearance, and its ability to produce silk, a rare trait among crickets. Unlike typical crickets, Raspy Crickets lack wings and rely on their strong legs for movement. They are primarily nocturnal and are known for their secretive, burrowing lifestyle, often hiding under bark, leaf litter, or in crevices to avoid predators. Their diet consists of plant material and small insects, making them both herbivorous and opportunistic predators.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e**Sia ferox** is found in various tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in **Southeast Asia, Australia, and parts of the Pacific islands**. These crickets thrive in **forests, grasslands, and bushland**, where they take advantage of decaying wood and vegetation for shelter. Due to their elusive nature, they are not commonly seen, but their presence plays an important role in the ecosystem by aiding in decomposition and serving as prey for larger animals. While not widely studied, their ability to produce silk and their unusual body structure make them a subject of interest among entomologists and insect enthusiasts alike.\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.\nPlease 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":"Default Title","offer_id":52887712596232,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1786","price":50.63,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69a22f8c0b9b45771c5e9ce4_6315669d-c5c6-4c1e-ba03-c70506eb2680.png?v=1774644266","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-raspy-cricket-specimen-sia-ferox-from-java-indonesia-8x10","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}