{"product_id":"framed-servilles-bark-mantis-ethically-sourced-entomology-wall-decor-8x8","title":"Framed serville's bark mantis: ethically sourced entomology wall decor (8\"x8\")","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\u003eTheopompa servillei, Serville’s bark mantis, wall decor, science collection, ethically sourced, entomology present, frame 8\"x8\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTheopompa servillei, commonly known as Serville’s bark mantis, is a species of praying mantis belonging to the family Toxoderidae. This mantis is known for its remarkable camouflage, mimicking tree bark or twigs to evade predators and ambush prey. Its elongated body and earthy coloration provide effective concealment in forested environments. Like other mantids, T. servillei is predatory, feeding on various insects. Adults display the typical raptorial forelegs adapted for grasping prey, and they exhibit a slow, deliberate movement that enhances their disguise.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis species is primarily distributed across Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and parts of southern China. It thrives in tropical and subtropical forests where dense vegetation and tree cover offer ideal conditions for camouflage and hunting. While not as commonly encountered as some other mantis species, Theopompa servillei is of interest to entomologists and collectors due to its unique appearance and behavior. Its ecological role as a predator helps maintain insect population balance within its habitat.\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 \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221261476104,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1700","price":37.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221261508872,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1701","price":37.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221261541640,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1702","price":37.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221261574408,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1703","price":37.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d4f6b3ac8a39998649457_b0d892ea-673d-4aac-8235-a8365b1fdf5d.png?v=1774636767","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/framed-servilles-bark-mantis-ethically-sourced-entomology-wall-decor-8x8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}