{"product_id":"xylocopa-caerulea-spread","title":"Xylocopa caerulea Blue Carpenter Bee Specimen | A1 Quality | Spread \u0026 Dry-Preserved HYMENOPTERA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium A1 Quality Spread \u0026amp; Dry-Preserved Blue Carpenter Bee Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis extraordinary \u003cem\u003eXylocopa caerulea\u003c\/em\u003e spread specimen is one of the most visually spectacular bees available to serious entomology collectors. Known as the \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Carpenter Bee\u003c\/strong\u003e, this large carpenter bee (order HYMENOPTERA, family APIDAE) is expertly spread and preserved in full display position — showcasing the breathtaking sky-blue pubescence (\u003cem\u003ecaerulea\u003c\/em\u003e = sky-blue) that covers the thorax and abdomen in a dense, velvety shimmer, large robust build, broad iridescent wings, and powerful wood-boring mandibles that make this iconic and instantly recognisable species the crown jewel of any bee or HYMENOPTERA collection, ready for framing or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003eXylocopa caerulea\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Blue Carpenter Bee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder: HYMENOPTERA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily: APIDAE (Carpenter Bees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality Grade: A1 (Excellent condition — no missing parts, no damage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreservation Method: Spread \u0026amp; dry-preserved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Spread, ready for framing or display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntomology collectors seeking the most visually striking bee specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtists creating nature-inspired artwork and framed displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational institutions and natural history museums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsect enthusiasts and naturalists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaxidermy and specimen art projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach specimen is carefully spread and preserved to maintain anatomical integrity and the stunning natural blue coloration. This spread specimen is display-ready, giving you full flexibility to frame, study, or incorporate it into your creative projects exactly as you envision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 2","offer_id":46807366533309,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":46807366566077,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":46807366598845,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 25 (A2 Imperfect)","offer_id":46807366631613,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/xylocopacaeruleafmlJv_86981773-b71a-449c-b4ce-b24dc27155ba.jpg?v=1779198455","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/products\/xylocopa-caerulea-spread","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}