Insect Pinning Class: Longjaw Beetle

Name: Insect Pinning Class: Longjaw Beetle
Brand: Paxton Gate
Price: 98.00 USD

Date

Mar 1st (12pm-2pm)

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Species: Cyclommatus metallifer finae
Location: San Francisco, 766 Valencia St.

These golden beetles are the envy of pharaohs, prospectors, and rappers alike. Cyclommatus metallifer finae, also known as the “Golden Metallic Stag Beetle,” looks like a piece of bling that came to life and started propagating in the forests of Indonesia. While they are dressed in the finery of a king, that does not mean they will not get their hands dirty. The males use their long, curved mandibles to spar with other males to gain access to females. These battles usually end when one is flung from the tree, leaving the victor high in the treetops.

They are mostly active at night, which makes sense given their “I’m going clubbing in the 80’s” vibe. Rather than sipping on overpriced drinks, these metallic marvels drink tree sap, and the larvae feed on decaying hardwood. Yum. What else could we say about this insanely beautiful and ornate beetle that gleams before you? Well, nothing really, other than if you are looking to get into insect pinning or want a beetle that looks like it escaped from Fort Knox, this is the class for you.

About the class: In this hands-on, two-hour class, you’ll learn the full process of butterfly spreading, from hydration to pinning and preservation. Our expert instructors will guide you step by step, and you’ll use a Paxton Gate spreading kit to transform your butterfly into a preserved specimen to take home. Inside each kit, you will receive:

1 Box of entomology pins
1 Anchor pin
4 Strips vellum paper
Forceps
Pinning board
Instruction pamphlet

Important Details:

Classes will be held at 766 Valencia St., San Francisco
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before the class to receive store credit, redeemable for merchandise or future classes.

Pre-registration required as materials must be prepared for each student and space is VERY limited. Please arrive promptly at the start time. Students are encouraged to bring lunch/snacks. Classes will be held at 766 Valencia St.

Once you reserve your seat, you'll receive an email detailing your order. On the day of the class, have that email on hand (either on your phone or printed out) and your ID. This will help us confirm your registration and ensure a smooth check-in process.

For more information surrounding tickets or the class itself, please email us at Info@PaxtonGate.com

These can be gifted using the steps below:

Add the class to your cart.
Click the cart icon in the top right corner.
On the right side, next to the class you selected, there is an “Add Order Note” section.
Click that and add the recipient’s name, email, and, if you’d like, we can forward the confirmation to them.
When they arrive at the class, make sure they have the confirmation email with them, either saved on their phone or printed out, and that they bring a valid form of ID for verification purposes.
Attendees will also be emailed a few days before the class as a reminder of the upcoming date.

Please note: If the recipient is under the age of 18, they must be accompanied by an adult.

These make great gifts, and if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.