A large round bright white flower beetle from Malaysia customized with steel, brass and aluminum watch parts, gears, components, springs, winding stem, crown and balance wheel

Since 1999, born of science fiction, fact and fable, Insect Lab customizes preserved insect specimens with antique watch parts and mechanical components. From beetles to grasshoppers to dragonflies, each handmade by Mike Libby is a spirited and luxurious celebration of biology and engineering.

All orders ship same or next business day with exception to oversized items. Those items will be identified in the description (Items such as large taxidermy, skulls or exceedingly heavy minerals).

If the subtotal of your order is over $98 the shipping is free (the discount is applied automatically to the cart at checkout)

If there is an issue with your order or something arrives damaged, we will refund or replace the item.

Oversized items are only available for pick-up or if you arrange the shipping yourself. This will be indicated in the item description. However, we do have a very reliable and affordable option for shipping. For more information, please click here. We can also work with a shipping provider of your choosing. 

For more information surrounding shipping or shipping rates, please email us at Orders@PaxtonGate.com