Centipede & Millipede Specimen Paperweight – Real Myriapoda Comparative Anatomy in Resin

A Comparative Myriapoda Reference: Real Centipede & Millipede Specimens in Optical Resin

Explore the fascinating subphylum Myriapoda, comparative arthropod morphology, and distinct evolutionary adaptations with the Acever Centipede & Millipede Specimen Paperweight (Model: E1603). Permanently preserved in a crystal-clear, optical-grade acrylic resin block (140 × 64 × 18 mm), this authentic biological preparation presents real specimens of a predatory centipede (Class: Chilopoda) and a detritivorous millipede (Class: Diplopoda) displayed horizontally side-by-side in parallel alignment. Prominently titled \"Centipede & Millipede\" across the bottom, the specimen features clear numerical labels identifying the fast-moving carnivorous centipede (1) and the heavily armored, slow-moving millipede (2). This comparative mounting enables direct observation of fundamental anatomical contrasts between the two major myriapod classes: single pair of articulated legs per trunk segment and formidable venom claws / forcipules on the centipede versus two pairs of walking legs per fused diplosegment and cylindrical calcareously reinforced ring armor on the millipede. Encased permanently in solid, durable acrylic, this specimen delivers 360-degree, distortion-free viewing of segmental pleurites, antennae, walking limb joints, and terminal appendages without organic decay, ethanol jars, or delicate specimen fragility. An essential hands-on learning resource for invertebrate zoology lectures, entomology laboratories, STEM biology classrooms, and naturalist curio collections.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

• ✦ Authentic Comparative Myriapoda Specimens – Preserves genuine centipede (Chilopoda) and millipede (Diplopoda) specimens side-by-side in optical resin.
• ✦ Clear Class Distinction (1 & 2) – Features numbered labels enabling immediate visual comparison of predatory carnivore versus detritivore body architectures.
• ✦ Detailed Segmental & Limb Anatomy – Direct comparison highlights 1 pair of legs per segment on the centipede versus 2 pairs of legs per diplosegment on the millipede.
• ✦ Optical-Grade Acrylic Monolith – Solid 140 × 64 × 18 mm transparent resin block enables complete 360-degree study from every angle.
• ✦ Permanent, Clean & Odorless – Durable acrylic casing seals both delicate organic specimens forever, eliminating pin breakage, pests, and chemical preservatives.
• ✦ Multi-Functional Display Piece – Serves as a tactile STEM teaching aid, conversation-starting desk paperweight, and unique natural history curio.
• ✦ Essential Invertebrate Biology Resource – An ideal hands-on visual aid for biology educators, zoology students, nature centers, and arthropod collectors.

PERFECT FOR

Entomologists, zoology and biology educators, high school and university science labs, STEM students, nature centers, insect collectors, and distinctive natural history gift collections.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Model: E1603
• Specimen: Real Centipede (Chilopoda) & Real Millipede (Diplopoda) / Myriapoda / Arthropoda
• Material: Optical-Grade Acrylic Resin
• Dimensions: 140 × 64 × 18 mm (approx. 5.5 × 2.5 × 0.7 inches)
• Color: Crystal Clear with Natural Specimens
• Form: Horizontal Rectangular Block with Numbered Labels (1 & 2)

*Notice: Price is for retail. Bulk and wholesale orders can get a discount. Please contact us for custom volume inquiries.*