Deimatism in Stick Insects Collection

Deimatic behaviour is any bluffing behaviour or pattern used to dissuade predators in an organism that lacks strong defences. Insects such as stick insects are usually well camouflaged when undisturbed, but when threatened by a potential predator they suddenly reveal their hind wings, which are often brightly coloured. The wing display is sometimes reinforced by raising their spiked legs and accompanied by a loud hissing sound created by stridulation to make the insect look bigger and more intimidating.

This Deimatism in Stick Insects Collection has been hand set by our expert entomologists in our studio and elegantly mounted in a museum quality deep box frame.

Frame: Satin finished acrylic

Mount: 300 GSM acid free card stock with a 2 mm bevelled edge matboard border

Display: Self standing frame or wall hanging bracket

Dimensions: 31 x 26 x 6cm

The picture shown is an example of the quality that you can expect to receive. Please be aware that, as these are natural products, they are subject to some variation. While no two insects are exactly alike, each of the specimens in our collection fall within the morphological perimeters for their species.

All of the insects in our collection are responsibly and ethically sourced through sustainable insect farming and commercial breeding.

This approach helps native communities generate a sustainable and equitable income, while providing an economic incentive to protect endangered habitats rather than environmentally destructive practices such as deforestation for logging and agriculture.