{"product_id":"giant-emerald-beetle-framed-mecynorrhina-torquata-immaculicollis-display-10-x-8","title":"Giant emerald beetle: framed mecynorrhina torquata immaculicollis display (10\" x 8\")","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\u003eMecynorrhina torquata immaculicollis, male, giant emerald beetle, very large beetle, bright green beetle from Cameroon, shadowbox 10\" x 8\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Mecynorrhina torquata immaculicollis, also known as the giant emerald beetle, is a magnificent insect belonging to the Scarabaeidae family. With its iridescent emerald-green exoskeleton, delicate ridges, and robust build, it commands attention in tropical African forests. Measuring up to 80 millimetres in length, it possesses impressive mandibles adapted for feeding on fruits and vegetation.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDespite its size, it is a graceful flier, utilizing its wingspan of nearly 120 millimetres to navigate through dense foliage. The intricate patterns on its elytra and its striking colouration serve as both camouflage and a warning to potential predators. Females lay their eggs in decaying matter, contributing to nutrient recycling in their ecosystem. Revered for their beauty, Mecynorrhina torquata immaculicollis females play a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of their habitat while captivating enthusiasts and researchers alike with their stunning appearance.\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":"WITH NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":52889767051528,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1468","price":72.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":52896662683912,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1469","price":72.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":53404236284168,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1470","price":72.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":53404236316936,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1471","price":72.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69a22ef40b9b45771c5e7b11.png?v=1778767635","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/giant-emerald-beetle-framed-mecynorrhina-torquata-immaculicollis-display-10-x-8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}