Framed Fruit Chafer Beetle
The Torynorrhina flammea fruit chafer has been known to drink the juice of fermented fruit, which can produce an intoxicating effect.
COMMON NAME: Red Fruit Chafer
SPECIES: Torynorrhina flammea
LOCALITY: Asia
FRAME SIZE: 6″ x 6″ x 1.25″
FRAME COLOR: pick from BLACK, WHITE, OR DARK WALNUT.
MUSEUM QUALITY SHADOWBOX: UV blocking conservation glass, gallery style frames, archival papers. Also comes with interesting natural history information about species and 6×6 frame sizes include gift box.
See why our insect frames are the TOP CHOICE of interior designers, museums and customers.
Product Description
This preserved insect features a Fruit Chafer, which is a member of the Cetoniidae family, which include over 3,500 different species. These beetles feed on fruit and are known to get intoxicated from fermented fruit.
FRUIT CHAFER FRAMING:
► UV blocking conservation glass (so colors/details won’t fade)
► Museum quality shadowbox frame
► Archival materials (Acid and Lignin free mounting papers)
► 6” H x 6” W x 1¼ “ D. (choose frame color: black, walnut, white)
► Hook attached to hang on wall or can also stand on its own
► Natural history story about the specimen comes on a vintage style museum label.
► Gift box with info about sustainable beetle origin and care of display.
► Professionally made by an entomologist in Sonoma County California.
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RETURNS:
If you are not 100% satisfied with your selection, you can return or exchange it within 7 days of receipt.
Like all fine art, keep insect frames out of direct sunlight and areas of high humidity.
Butterfly wing jewelry is not waterproof and care should be taken to avoid contact with moisture, as this could damage the wing. When not wearing, store in a cool dark dry place to preserve the colors. Polish with a soft silver polishing cloth.
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