Nature’s Hidden Gem: Unveiling the Blue Carpenter Bee

A dazzling blue wonder, the blue carpenter bee (Xylocopa caerulea) boasts a metallic coat shimmering in shades of blue or greenish-blue. Buzzing through Southeast Asia, these sizeable bees can grow up to 1.5 inches long. They act as vital pollinators, flitting between various flowers and ensuring the ecosystem’s rich biodiversity. Despite their impressive size and striking appearance, these bees are generally peaceful and play a key role in keeping the local environment balanced.

Print details:

• 20x20cm (7.9″x7.9″)
• Printed on high-quality 308gsm, 100% cotton paper
• Archival inks for long-lasting vibrancy

This artwork is crafted from my personal collection of sustainably sourced insects, serving as direct inspiration for my illustrations, resulting in truly distinctive artwork.

Please note that it is ONLY the print for sale. Some images displayed for this product are mockups to illustrate how the print may look in different frames, settings and environments etc.

For every print sold a tree will be planted in association with One Tree Planted.

Please get in touch if you would like to know more about beetles, my illustration process, One Tree Planted, or you are looking to colaborate on an illustration project.
//Grant Menzies

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