{"product_id":"lophostethus-dumolinii-african-moth-nature-art-bug-collection-wall-decor-entomology-present-taxidermy-gift-ethically-sourced","title":"Framed African Moth, Lophostethus dumolinii, Ethically Sourced Entomology Taxidermy Gift","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\u003eLophostethus dumolinii, African moth, nature art, bug collection, wall decor, entomology present, taxidermy gift, ethically sourced\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLophostethus dumolinii is a large, nocturnal moth in the Sphingidae family, native to Africa, including Cameroon. It features a wingspan of up to 12 cm, with forewings that are typically greyish-brown with intricate patterns, while the hindwings are lighter with dark bands. This colouration helps the moth blend into its surroundings, making it less visible to predators.\nThe species is distributed across sub-Saharan Africa, favoring woodland and savanna habitats. Its name, \"Lophostethus,\" is derived from Greek, meaning \"crested chest,\" likely referring to the moth's distinctive thoracic crest, while \"dumolinii\" honors the French naturalist, Charles Dumolin, who contributed to its discovery.\nA fascinating curiosity about Lophostethus dumolinii is its role in pollination; the adult moths have long proboscises that allow them to feed on nectar from deep-throated flowers, making them important pollinators in their ecosystems.\nWe 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 \/ BLACK","offer_id":52887747494152,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1856","price":29.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ WHITE","offer_id":52887747526920,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1857","price":29.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ BLACK","offer_id":52887747559688,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1858","price":29.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ WHITE","offer_id":52887747592456,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1859","price":29.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/691d61293ac8a3999868b98a.png?v=1774643625","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/lophostethus-dumolinii-african-moth-nature-art-bug-collection-wall-decor-entomology-present-taxidermy-gift-ethically-sourced","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}