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Carpilius maculatus (Order: DECAPODA, Family: XANTHIDAE) – A museum-quality spotted reef crab specimen in A1 condition, expertly dry-preserved and unmounted for collectors, educators, and natural history enthusiasts.
Carpilius maculatus, commonly known as the spotted reef crab, is one of the most visually striking crabs in the Indo-Pacific, found from the Red Sea and East Africa through to the Pacific Islands. Immediately recognisable by its large, smooth, dome-shaped carapace adorned with bold reddish-brown spots on a cream to pale background, it is among the most ornate and collectible of all reef crabs. One of the larger xanthid crabs, it inhabits coral reefs and rocky substrates across its wide range and is known to be toxic if consumed — a characteristic shared with several members of the family Xanthidae. Its exceptional size, bold patterning, and clean carapace make it a truly outstanding display specimen and a centrepiece addition to any serious natural history collection.
Perfect for marine biologists, natural history collectors, educators, artists, interior designers seeking authentic cabinet-of-curiosities aesthetics, and anyone passionate about the remarkable diversity of the natural world.
£74.99 GBP
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I’ve probably ordered jewel beetle elytra from at least 15 different companies by now so when it comes to quality elytra I know my stuff and the quality that I just received from ArtButterflies is truly excellent. I would say that the average size from the 1,000 elytra package that I received is slightly larger than average, it’s a good mix of sizes. The shipping was also prompt considering that they are located in the UK and I live in Michigan. It took exactly 10 days to receive my order. If I ever need more jewel beetle elytra I will definitely buy from ArtButterflies again. Thank you!
Beautiful, and cute. Was packaged well!
I was kinda bummed out that I got all beetles instead of the mixed specimens I ordered so I messaged the seller and they are making it right. Ill definitely be coming back to this seller in the near future 😁
Great specimens as always!!! My favorite local supplier
Beautiful piece!
Excellent product as always - will order again!
Excellent product as always - will order again!
Beautiful wings, super fast shipping. Thank you!
Have a little issue with my order but was very quickly resolved. Highly recommend and will 100% be ordering again. Thank you so much
Great specimen but looks like some weighted object was used to flatten the centipede prior to drying, would like to see a thicker specimen hitting the shelves guys
Llegaron perfectas!
Thank you for the quick delay and wonderful selection of insects.
Amazing seller great packaging! Would definitely do business again.
Specimens arrived in good condition and quickly
I've ordered from this company many times, always great communication and quality. This time there was an issue with the package being opened and tampered with while in transit (no fault to the shop). Joseph quickly made things right and offered to re-ship the missing items.
The beetles are beautiful and well preserved, I can’t wait to pin these!
Delivered quickly and arrived in peistine condition. Highly recommended
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
Great pieces. Very happy. Fast Shipping.
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