{"product_id":"elliptorhina-javanica-a","title":"Elliptorhina javanica Cockroach Specimen | A- Quality | Dry-Preserved BLATTODEA","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA- Quality Cockroach Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eElliptorhina javanica\u003c\/em\u003e (Order: BLATTODEA) – A museum-quality hissing cockroach specimen in A- condition, expertly preserved and unmounted for collectors, educators, and natural history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eElliptorhina javanica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blaberidae (giant cockroaches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blattodea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e A- – Good condition with minor imperfections; excellent value for study or display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry-preserved, unmounted, ready for display or study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entomology collections, educational displays, cabinet of curiosities, framed insect art, creative projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eElliptorhina javanica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eElliptorhina javanica\u003c\/em\u003e is a fascinating hissing cockroach native to Java and surrounding islands of Southeast Asia. A member of the family Blaberidae, this species is known for its smooth, oval body and the characteristic hissing sound produced by forcing air through its spiracles — a behaviour used in defence and communication. Its compact form and distinctive surface texture make it a captivating specimen for entomologists and natural history collectors with an interest in the remarkable behavioural and morphological diversity of Blattodea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for entomologists, natural history collectors, educators, artists, interior designers seeking authentic Victorian cabinet aesthetics, and anyone passionate about the intricate beauty of the insect world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 2","offer_id":46808921342141,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":46808921374909,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/elliptorhinajavanicamlMadagascar.jpg?v=1779256547","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/products\/elliptorhina-javanica-a","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}