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Wallaces Long armed beetle
Euchirus longimanus, a long armed scarab beetle collected by Wallace in Amboyna, the Molucca Islands, Indonesia
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Media ID 14237706
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Arthropod Arthropoda Beetle Coleoptera Hexapod Hexapoda Identification Indonesia Insecta Label Scarab Scarab Beetle Scarabaeid Scarabaeidae South East Asia Southeast Asia Studioshot Wallace White Background Amboyna Invertebrata Molucca Molucca Islands
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Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Wallace's Long-Armed Beetle: A Natural Curiosity from the Molucca Islands, Indonesia" This print showcases the remarkable long-armed beetle, Euchirus longimanus, also known as Wallace's long-armed beetle or the long-armed chafer. Collected in the late 19th century from Amboyna, one of the Molucca Islands in Indonesia, this specimen was discovered by the renowned naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913). As an essential figure in the history of biology, Wallace is best known for his contributions to the science of evolution and the theory of natural selection, which he developed independently of Charles Darwin. His extensive travels through Southeast Asia led him to collect numerous specimens, including this intriguing long-armed beetle. The Euchirus longimanus is a member of the Euchirinae subfamily within the Scarabaeidae family, which includes scarab beetles. With its elongated forelimbs, this beetle is a striking example of the incredible diversity and adaptations found within the Insecta class, specifically the Hexapoda subclass and the Coleoptera order. This studio shot of the long-armed beetle, captured against a pristine white background, highlights its unique features. The label on the bottom left corner reads "Euchirus longimanus," providing essential identification information for this fascinating arthropod. The historical significance of this specimen, collected by Wallace in Amboyna, adds to its allure and value as a natural curiosity. Insect enthusiasts, natural history museums, and researchers will appreciate the beauty and educational value of this print, which offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Indonesia and the remarkable discoveries made by Wallace during his explorations in the late 1800s.
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