{"product_id":"framed-rolleis-jewel-beetle-indonesian-entomology-gift-4x4in-frame","title":"Framed rollei's jewel beetle: indonesian entomology gift (4x4in frame","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\u003eCyphogastra rollei, Rollei’s Jewel Beetle, Colorful jewel beetle from Indonesia, entomology gift, frame 4\" x 4\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCyphogastra rollei, commonly known as Rollei’s Jewel Beetle, is a strikingly iridescent member of the Buprestidae family, often referred to as jewel beetles due to their metallic coloration. This species is distinguished by its elongated, robust body and vibrant hues, typically displaying shades of green, gold, or blue with intricate surface textures. Like other buprestids, C. rollei has hardened wing covers (elytra) that provide protection and enhance its shimmering appearance. It is primarily a wood-boring beetle in its larval stage, developing within host plants and contributing to the decomposition and nutrient cycling of forest ecosystems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCyphogastra rollei is native to the Australasian region, with its distribution mainly limited to the Indonesian archipelago, particularly the island of Seram in the Maluku province. The beetle inhabits tropical and subtropical forests where host trees provide both food and shelter during its life cycle. While not as widely known as some other jewel beetles, it is of interest to collectors and entomologists due to its vivid coloration and relative rarity. Conservation of its natural habitat is important, as habitat destruction could threaten localized populations.\nWe 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\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 FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221263802632,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1704","price":33.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221263835400,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1705","price":33.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221263868168,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1706","price":33.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221263900936,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1707","price":33.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d4f7f3ac8a399986498fd_29e8be4e-dcac-4639-bbfe-d4c8b9d9bb66.png?v=1773587581","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-rolleis-jewel-beetle-indonesian-entomology-gift-4x4in-frame","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}