Category Archives: invertebrates

RI’s Ultimate Live Bug & Arachnid Experience (2026 Bookings Open!)

🤯 Prepare for an Unforgettable Insect Encounter in Rhode Island!

Get ready to thrill your audience! Starting in 2026, I am unleashing a spectacular, hands-on, and educational invertebrate experience, available for booking at schools, libraries, and birthday parties across Rhode Island!

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Heteropteryx dilatata: The Massive “Jungle Nymph” of Southeast Asia

From the dense, humid rainforests of the Malay Peninsula and surrounding islands of Southeast Asia comes Heteropteryx dilatata, popularly known as the Jungle Nymph, Malayan Jungle Nymph, or Giant Malaysian Stick Insect. This monumental stick insect is revered for its incredible size, striking appearance, and remarkable camouflage, making it one of the largest and most sought-after species in the entomology hobby.

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The Giant African Millipede: A Gentle Giant of the Forest Floor

Crawling with deliberate grace through the humid undergrowth of African forests is Archispirostreptus gigas, commonly known as the giant African millipede. As one of the largest millipede species in the world, this impressive invertebrate captivates with its immense size, segmented body, and a surprisingly gentle demeanor, making it a popular and fascinating subject in the world of entomology and exotic pets.

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