Male-Male Competition in Indonesian Stag Beetles

Within many species, members of the same sex (usually males) compete against each other for reproductive access to members of the opposite sex. Natural selection often favours the adaption of larger size, strength and weaponry in the competing sex, as individuals must outcompete rivals in direct encounters. The enlarged mandibles of male Stag Beetles are an excellent example of how selection pressures can result in incredibly ornate and highly specialised features.

This pair of Indonesian Stag Beetles (Cyclommatus metallifer) has been hand set by our expert entomologists in our studio and elegantly mounted in a museum quality deep box frame.

Frame: Satin finished acrylic 

Mount: 300 GSM acid free card stock with a 2 mm bevelled edge matboard border

Display: Self standing frame or wall hanging bracket

Dimensions: 16 x 16 x 6 cm

The picture shown is an example of the quality that you can expect to receive. Please be aware that, as these are natural products, they are subject to some variation. While no two insects are exactly alike, each of the specimens in our collection fall within the morphological perimeters for their species.

All of the insects in our collection are responsibly and ethically sourced through sustainable insect farming and commercial breeding. 

This approach helps native communities generate a sustainable and equitable income, while providing an economic incentive to protect endangered habitats rather than environmentally destructive practices such as deforestation for logging and agriculture.

We are working hard to be a carbon neutral brand, by investing in planting trees to offset our carbon emissions and continuing to operate responsibly. We also package all of our products using 100% recyclable or reusable materials to reduce our environmental impact.

Both ourselves and our suppliers use recycled material through as much of the design & production process as possible. All of our card mounts and solid oak stands are FSC certified, meaning that the trees used are harvested responsibly and replaced to ensure no net loss of forest.

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