{"product_id":"therea-petiveriana","title":"Therea petiveriana Cockroach Specimen | A1 Quality | Dry-Preserved BLATTODEA","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA1 Quality Cockroach Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTherea petiveriana\u003c\/em\u003e (Order: BLATTODEA) – A museum-quality domino cockroach specimen in A1 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\u003eTherea petiveriana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blaberidae\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 A1 – Premium condition with excellent preservation\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\u003eTherea petiveriana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTherea petiveriana\u003c\/em\u003e, known as the Indian domino cockroach or seven-spotted cockroach, is one of the most sought-after specimens within the order Blattodea. Native to the dry forests of India and Sri Lanka, it is immediately distinguished by its striking jet-black body adorned with seven bold white spots — a pattern that mimics the toxic ground beetles of the genus \u003cem\u003eAnthia\u003c\/em\u003e through Batesian mimicry. Its precise, graphic patterning and compact form make it an outstanding specimen for insect art, natural history displays, and any collection where visual impact and scientific interest go hand in hand.\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":46807675142333,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":46807675175101,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":46807675207869,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/thereapetiverianamlSriLanka.jpg?v=1779211700","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/products\/therea-petiveriana","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}