Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle Red Glider wing Formerly known as Tympanoterpes giga

Formerly known as Tympanoterpes giga

which gives them their common name

This species is commonly known as the swallowtail

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Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle Red Glider wing Formerly known as Tympanoterpes gigaThe Rainbow Wood Boring Jewel Beetle, also known as the Metallic Wood Boring Beetle, belongs to the family Buprestidae and is distinguished by its glossy, iridescent, and vibrant appearance, often resembling a rainbow. While they aid in the decomposition of dead wood, they can also cause harm to living trees. This colorful example is professionally preserved in a 5x5 frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are crafted for lasting beauty and protection.