{"product_id":"taxidermy-beetle-display-lepidiota-stigma-pair-ethically-sourced-insect-art-5x7","title":"Taxidermy Beetle Display, Lepidiota Stigma Pair, Ethically Sourced Insect Art (5x7)","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\u003eLepidiota stigma pair, the coconut white grub, wings opened, taxidermy gift, entomology, ethically sourced, bug collection, 5\"x7\"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e*Lepidiota stigma* is a species of white beetle belonging to the Scarabaeidae family. Its body is covered in fine, white scales that give it a distinct pale coloration, making it stand out among other beetles. This white hue serves as a form of camouflage, helping it blend in with sandy or pale environments. Like many scarab beetles, it has a robust, rounded body with strong legs adapted for burrowing into soil. The adults are often nocturnal and are attracted to artificial lights at night.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis beetle is primarily found in Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia. It thrives in tropical and subtropical environments, often inhabiting agricultural fields and forested areas. *Lepidiota stigma* is sometimes considered a pest, as its larvae, known as white grubs, feed on plant roots, potentially damaging crops. Due to its presence in agricultural regions, it is of interest to farmers and researchers studying pest control methods.\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 to contribute to understanding and treasuring those species.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease 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 \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221249712392,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES197","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BLACK FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221249745160,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES198","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITHOUT NAME TAG","offer_id":53221249777928,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES199","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WHITE FRAME \/ WITH NAME TAG","offer_id":53221249810696,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES200","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69a22cce0b9b45771c5e1895.png?v=1773587103","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/taxidermy-beetle-display-lepidiota-stigma-pair-ethically-sourced-insect-art-5x7","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}