Lethocerus Carapace - Lethocerus indicus - 12.5 cm - 4.5 cm - 4.5 cm - Non-CITES species - 1

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Specimen Lethocerus indicus from Taiwan, a single specimen in good condition preserved in clear glycerin inside a glass bottle, measuring 12.5 cm high, 4.5 cm wide and 4.5 cm deep with a weight of 270 g and viewed on an LED base that produces a fluorescent green glow under light.

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This transparent insect specimen glows with a striking fluorescent green under light, as fresh and mysterious as a midsummer forest.
Preserved in clear liquid, the delicate antennae and fine details are distinctly visible, and when paired with a lighted base, the specimen shines even more brilliantly, showcasing a unique beauty that blends science and art.

● Size: the diameter of the container is 4.5cm, the height is 12.5cm, the specimen is about 7.5cm
● Sample source: Died from disease under breeding
● External container: leaded glass bottle
● Contents: specimens, non-toxic glycerin with a purity of 99.7%
● Preservation method: do not drop at room temperature, reduce light
● With LED light base

This transparent insect specimen glows with a striking fluorescent green under light, as fresh and mysterious as a midsummer forest.
Preserved in clear liquid, the delicate antennae and fine details are distinctly visible, and when paired with a lighted base, the specimen shines even more brilliantly, showcasing a unique beauty that blends science and art.

● Size: the diameter of the container is 4.5cm, the height is 12.5cm, the specimen is about 7.5cm
● Sample source: Died from disease under breeding
● External container: leaded glass bottle
● Contents: specimens, non-toxic glycerin with a purity of 99.7%
● Preservation method: do not drop at room temperature, reduce light
● With LED light base

Details

Era
After 2000
Specimen
Lethocerus
Scientific Name
Lethocerus indicus
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Taiwan
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
3
Weight
270 g
Height
12.5 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
4.5 cm
TaiwanVerified
2057
Objects sold
99.55%
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