Chrysophora chrysochlora Shining Leaf Chafer PERU (Pair)

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family, Rutelidae < Scarabaeidae. First named by Latreille in 1811

Colour: The coloration is bright green with hints of red depending on light reflection.

Size: Length measuring from tip of head/jaw to end of abdomen, but excluding legs 30-40mm

Comments & Applications: Amongst the most beautiful beetles in the world, these incredible Shining leaf chafers present bright colours and have amazing long frog-like legs. Not often available, always popular with collectors and the perfect subject for applications in framing domes, artwork, photography, interior design and film

Format: Unmounted, papered, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Wikipedia