Green Jewel Beetle modern nature decor serenely perched upon a hand-painted

serenely perched upon a hand-painted canvas by Beth Watson

The specimen is encased in a 9"x9" frame

This colorful example is professionally preserved in a 5”x5” frame

It is common throughout many parts North America and ranges as far south as Colombia and Venezuela

The specimen’s wings have been painted with gold gilding paint & is encased in a 5” x 5” frame

Green Jewel Beetle modern nature decor serenely perched upon a hand-paintedCallopistus castelnaudi is a rare and vividly marked flower beetle from Madagascar in the scarab family (Scarabaeidae). It is best known for its bold contrast of black and bright red or orange coloration, giving it a striking, almost jewel like appearance. Adults feed on fruit, sap, and flowers, while their larvae develop in rotting wood. With its dramatic colors and limited range, this beetle is highly sought after by collectors and stands out as one