LARVAE: Blue Derby's flower beetle (Dicronorhina derbyana)

This item will provide you 1x blue Dicnorrhina derbyana larva.

Dicnorrhina derbyana is a flower beetle species that originates from sub-Saharan Africa. They are very popular amongst hobbyists because of their beautiful colors and patterns. They are also very easy to rear and breed, which makes them a popular choice for novices. 

This is a blue variant that is rarely offered in the hobby.

Primarily feeds on rotten hardwood or flake soil. Will also feed on shredded rotten hardwood leaves.

Beetle larvae go through 3 different larval phases: L1, L2, and L3. After the L3 stage, the larva pupates to turn into an adult beetle! 

Difficulty level: Beginner

THIS SPECIES IS NOT NATIVE TO THE U.S. AND IS NOT TO BE RELEASED OUTDOORS!

Shipping Info:

To ensure the safe arrival of adult beetles or larvae, packages are shipped with either a heat pack or cold pack, depending on the prevailing weather conditions in the receiving area. However, if the weather conditions are extreme, excessively cold or hot, the shipment will be withheld until the weather becomes favorable.

Larvae are shipped with adequate substrate that should last for approximately one week. It is advisable to have an adequate supply of substrate ready before their arrival.

Packages are usually sent out on Mondays-Wednesdays. 

Two shipping options are available: Standard(USPS Priority) and Express(UPS Overnight). For Live Arrival Guarantee(LAG), you MUST choose the Express shipping option.

More information on LAG and shipping here

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