n32 Entomology taxidermy oddities curiosities Male Giraffe weevil Dome Display

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n32  This guy has quite a way of sticking his neck out, Some of them have snouts that are bent down a little more than the one shown, it is not broken-he is just in another position!  This is a Giraffe weevil that is nicely showcased in a glass dome with black base.  This is approx. 2 1/2 x 1 1/2" and would be a great addition to any collection or used for educational purposes.
Species and fun facts- TRACHELOPHORUS  Giraffa Male
The giraffe weevil (Trachelophorus giraffa) is a weevil endemic to Madagascar. It derives its name from an extended neck much like that of the common giraffe. The giraffe weevil is sexually dimorphic, with the neck of the male typically being 2 to 3 times the length of that of the female. Most of the body is black with distinctive red elytra covering the flying wings. The total body length of the males is just under an inch (2.5 cm), among the longest for any attelabid species. The extended neck is an adaptiation that assists in nest building and fighting. When it comes time to breed, the mother-to-be will roll and secure a leaf of the host plant, Dichaetanthera cordifolia and Dichaetanthera arborea (a small tree in the family Melastomataceae), and then lay a single egg within the tube. She will then snip the roll from the remaining leaf in preparation of the egg hatching.
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All displays will be carefully packed to the best of our ability to insure a safe and damage free arrival.  If free First class shipping is offered and chosen it does not include insurance.   If you want your item insured in case of damage in shipping please choose Priority Mail, that includes 0. worth of insurance. Returns are excepted, please contact us ASAP if you would like to return the item. Return shipping to be paid by buyer.  Once the item is returned a refund will be issued minus a . restocking fee. There are no refunds on shipping charges. Before purchasing this item you must agree to the following: No claims for small broken parts such as antennae, detached tails, leg, head or broken tarsi.  These small parts are easily fixable and you should be aware that you may have to fix (glue) a part or two when purchasing items like this.  If there is a major problem I will take care of the matter.  See my feedback for confirmation.  I rarely have a problem but even with good packaging it is impossible for us to Guarantee that specimens will arrive totally intact. If you pay for Priority mail your items will be covered by postal insurance which will cover any damage in shipping-First class does not cover damage as it is not insured.