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A truly extraordinary example of Pachyrrhynchus morotaiensis — an armoured weevil from the family CURCULIONIDAE and one of the most visually spectacular beetles in the natural world. The genus name Pachyrrhynchus, from the Greek pachys ("thick") and rhynchos ("snout"), describes the massively reinforced rostrum that gives this group its characteristic silhouette. But it is the surface of Pachyrrhynchus that truly sets it apart: a mosaic of iridescent, gem-like scales arranged in vivid geometric patterns of turquoise, white, and black that have made this genus the most coveted armoured weevil in the world. The species name morotaiensis places this specimen on Morotai — a remote island in the North Maluku province of Indonesia, historically significant as a Second World War battleground and biologically significant as part of the Wallacea biodiversity hotspot. Dry-preserved to A1 museum standard, this specimen retains every iridescent scale and geometric pattern in full, breathtaking detail.
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Pachyrrhynchus weevils are among the most sought-after beetles in any serious collection — their near-impenetrable exoskeleton, geometric scale patterns, and island endemism making each species a unique and irreplaceable specimen. Pachyrrhynchus morotaiensis, from the remote shores of Morotai, is a particularly rare and regionally significant representative of this magnificent genus.
Each specimen is ethically sourced and individually inspected to ensure A1 quality standards before dispatch.
$53.00 SGD
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the 2 arrived in perfect shape! I love them so much they are beautiful, delivery was very nice and packaging was great! would buy again!
Good size, well padded in the frame ,nice placement .
Perfect specimens. Very well packaged. Thank you!
Beautiful cicadas. Every specimen perfect. Thank you!
Perfect specimens. Good variety. Thank you!
Perfect specimens as always. Thank you!
So pretty and delicate — thank you
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Perfect item, really well packaged, exactly as described! My partner is very happy he has been looking for one for a while!
Extremely high quality material. Thanks!
Nice big beetles, all in perfect condition. Would recommend
Really lovely specimens, would recommend
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packed beautifully, sent fast. only issue is a bit of mold growth on one specimen, but nothing that can't be fixed with some isopropyl alcohol
Very large perfectly spread specimens. Thank you!
Very big, perfectly spread specimens. Thank you!
These specimens were really big! Very pleased with them, thank you!
Very happy customer
Perfect, thank you! Really appreciate
Beautiful specimens, had a problem with customs in my country but it wasn't that big an issue. Can't wait to buy more eventually!!
Beautiful. Thank You, I love it :-)
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