Xylocopa caerulea, Blue Carpenter Bee, Entomology, Insects, Arthopoda

Rare Blue Carpenter Bees (Xylocopa caerulea) from Java. Probably the only blue bee, and only the females are really blue (these are females). Besides the fuzzy grey-blue head, the abdomen is black and the wings have a slightly metallic nature, with purple shine in the right light. They measure about 25mm tall and the wingspan is about 40-50mm. This listing is for one bee.

They are packaged as you see here, with the wings already spread out. All you'll need to do is open the package (carefully!) and glue into your project.

A1 grade means perfect! A2 grade the coloration is darker and not as blue.

Most, if not all insects are hand raised or from sustainable and ethical sources such as insect farms and aviaries. People in third-world countries are able to plant mass crops that are more sustainable and profitable than the natural land. They are given the motivation to maintain insect populations and their habitats. A purchase from my shop helps fight extinction and the destruction of habitats worldwide. We do not stock or encourage the collection of endangered/threatened species. I do my best to purchase my insects from responsible sources, so when you purchase an insect from me, you are also helping to promote insect and native forest conservation!!! :)

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If you would like more than the quantity available in the listing please message me to let me know as I most likely have additional stock.