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Calliphara nobilis Jewel Bug Specimen | A1 Quality | Dry-Preserved HETEROPTERA

Premium A1 Quality Dry-Preserved Jewel Bug Specimen

This exceptional Calliphara nobilis specimen is a prized find for serious entomology collectors. Expertly preserved using professional dry-preservation techniques, this jewel bug (order HETEROPTERA, family SCUTELLERIDAE) displays the breathtaking full-body metallic iridescence, vivid green and red coloration, and enlarged scutellum that covers the entire abdomen — making it one of the most visually spectacular insects available to collectors and artists worldwide.

Specimen Details:

  • Species: Calliphara nobilis
  • Order: HETEROPTERA (True Bugs)
  • Family: SCUTELLERIDAE (Jewel Bugs / Shield-backed Bugs)
  • Quality Grade: A1 (Excellent condition — no missing parts, no damage)
  • Preservation Method: Dry-preserved
  • Condition: Unmounted, ready for your collection or artistic projects

Perfect For:

  • Entomology collectors building comprehensive insect collections
  • Artists creating nature-inspired artwork and resin displays
  • Educational institutions and natural history museums
  • Insect enthusiasts and naturalists
  • Taxidermy and specimen art projects

Each specimen is carefully selected and preserved to maintain anatomical integrity and natural iridescent coloration. This unmounted specimen gives you full flexibility to display, study, or incorporate it into your creative projects exactly as you envision.

Why Choose Our Specimens?

BugsDirect specialises in museum-quality insect specimens for collectors, researchers, and artists. Every specimen is ethically sourced and preserved using time-tested methods that ensure long-lasting quality and beauty.

52.00 ILS

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