{"product_id":"marmessoidea-rosea-idea-female-pink-walking-stick-insects-ethically-sourced-taxidermy-bug-entomology-present-specimen-10x8","title":"Framed Pink Walking Stick Insect Specimen, Ethically Sourced Taxidermy Display","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\u003eMarmessoidea rosea idea female, pink walking stick insects, ethically sourced, taxidermy bug, entomology present, specimen, nature collection\nBeautiful wall art, taxidermy art. Outstanding wall decorations, home decor, office decor, and educational setting assets.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Marmessoidea rosea, commonly known as the pink walking stick insect, is a captivating species distinguished by its slender, elongated body and vivid pink colouration, which effectively camouflage among flowers and foliage. This insect measures about 6-10 centimetres in length, resembling twigs or branches with its stick-like appearance.\nNative to Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like Malaysia and Thailand, the pink walking stick insect thrives in tropical and subtropical forests where it blends seamlessly into its environment.\nThe name \"Marmessoidea\" derives from Greek, meaning \"marbled,\" referring to its subtle patterns, while \"rosea\" is Latin for \"pink,\" highlighting its distinctive hue.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA fascinating curiosity about this insect is its ability to reproduce parthenogenetically, meaning females can produce offspring without mating. This adaptation ensures population continuity even in the absence of males, illustrating the remarkable evolutionary strategies of phasmids.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe 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 contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.\nPlease consider that the specimen 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":52889780453640,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1917","price":41.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889780486408,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1918","price":41.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":52889780519176,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1919","price":41.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":52889780551944,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES1920","price":41.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69a22f570b9b45771c5e9540.png?v=1778355612","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/marmessoidea-rosea-idea-female-pink-walking-stick-insects-ethically-sourced-taxidermy-bug-entomology-present-specimen-10x8","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}