{"product_id":"xylocopa-set-x3-caerula-confusa-latipes-carpenter-bee-ethicaly-sourced-taxidermy-present-entomology-gift-bug-collection-8x10","title":"Framed Carpenter Bee Taxidermy Set – Ethically Sourced Entomology Gift (8x10)","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\u003eXylocopa set x3 - caerula - confusa - latipes, carpenter bee, ethicaly sourced, taxidermy present, entomology gift, bug collection, 8x10\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eXylocopa, commonly known as carpenter bees, is a genus of large, robust bees belonging to the family Apidae. These bees are widely distributed across the world, with species found in North and South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Carpenter bees are named for their nesting behavior, as they burrow into wood to create tunnels where they lay their eggs. Unlike termites, they do not consume wood but rather excavate it to construct their nests. They are typically black or metallic blue with a glossy appearance, and some species exhibit patches of yellow or orange hair. Males are often territorial and hover around nesting sites, while females are equipped with strong mandibles to bore into wood.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCarpenter bees play a crucial role in pollination, especially for open-faced flowers and crops like passion fruit, tomatoes, and eggplants. Many species are capable of buzz pollination, a process where they vibrate their flight muscles to release pollen from flowers. Despite their ecological benefits, they are sometimes considered pests because their nesting behavior can cause damage to wooden structures such as fences, decks, and eaves. However, they are generally non-aggressive, with males lacking a stinger and females only stinging when provoked. Conservation efforts emphasize their importance in natural ecosystems and encourage alternative nesting sites to reduce human-wildlife conflict.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe firmly support sustainable tropical fauna 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":52889759154440,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3350","price":42.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITH NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":52896825245960,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3351","price":42.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ WHITE FRAME","offer_id":52896825278728,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3352","price":42.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"WITHOUT NAME TAG \/ BLACK FRAME","offer_id":52896825311496,"sku":"INSECTRUMFRAMES3353","price":42.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/4408\/6280\/files\/69963465a6cd4c9481de59fd.png?v=1776799841","url":"https:\/\/insectrumcompany.com\/products\/xylocopa-set-x3-caerula-confusa-latipes-carpenter-bee-ethicaly-sourced-taxidermy-present-entomology-gift-bug-collection-8x10","provider":"The Insectrum Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}