This item will provide you with 1x Purple Cyclommatus metallifer larva.
Cyclommatus metallifer is a bronze metallic stag beetle species that originates from Indonesia. This species is characterized by its remarkable sexual dimorphism, with the males exhibiting particularly elongated mandibles, which can sometimes extend beyond half of their body length. The species is popular among enthusiasts because they are easy to keep and breed.
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.
