{"product_id":"rhinoscapha-basilica","title":"Rhinoscapha basilica Beetle Specimen | A1 Quality | Dry-Preserved CURCULIONIDAE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium A1 Quality Dry-Preserved Beetle Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA royally appointed example of \u003cem\u003eRhinoscapha basilica\u003c\/em\u003e — a weevil from the family CURCULIONIDAE whose name combines two layers of distinction. The genus name \u003cem\u003eRhinoscapha\u003c\/em\u003e, from the Greek \u003cem\u003erhis\u003c\/em\u003e (\"snout\") and \u003cem\u003eskaphe\u003c\/em\u003e (\"boat\" or \"vessel\"), describes the uniquely shaped, boat-like rostrum that sets this genus apart from the broader weevil world — an elegant structural feature that rewards close inspection. The species name \u003cem\u003ebasilica\u003c\/em\u003e, from the Latin meaning \"royal\" or \"kingly\", elevates the specimen further still — a name historically reserved for structures and institutions of the highest civic and religious importance. Found in the rainforests of New Guinea, \u003cem\u003eRhinoscapha basilica\u003c\/em\u003e is a visually striking weevil whose iridescent scaling and distinctive form place it among the most collectible members of its genus. Dry-preserved to A1 museum standard, this specimen retains its full natural colouration, surface detail, and the characteristic boat-snouted profile of \u003cem\u003eRhinoscapha\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003eRhinoscapha basilica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily: CURCULIONIDAE (Weevils \/ Snout Beetles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality Grade: A1 — complete, undamaged, excellent condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreservation Method: Dry-preserved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Unmounted — ready for pinning, framing, or artistic use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntomology collectors and natural history enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific study, taxonomy reference, and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResin art, shadow boxes, jewellery making, and mixed-media projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseums, schools, and biodiversity researchers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRhinoscapha basilica\u003c\/em\u003e is a weevil of genuine architectural elegance — its boat-snouted rostrum and royal name making it one of the most evocatively named and visually distinctive specimens in the CURCULIONIDAE collection. A kingly weevil from the forests of New Guinea, fit for a collection of the highest standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach specimen is ethically sourced and individually inspected to ensure A1 quality standards before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 2","offer_id":46807533322429,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":46807533355197,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":46807533387965,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/rhinoscaphabasilicaHlmhra.jpg?v=1779209818","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/products\/rhinoscapha-basilica","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}