Chafer Beetles

Invite learners into the miniature world of shimmering shells and powerful digging legs with this Chafer Beetles resin specimen. Preserved in crystal-clear resin, each beetle's unique features can be admired up close - from their glossy wing casings to their strong, curved legs built for burrowing. This engaging resource offers a hands-on way to explore insect anatomy and observe the traits that make chafer beetles such fascinating creatures. Perfect for discovery tables, science corners or group investigations, it encourages learners to slow down and take a closer look at the extraordinary insects found in nature.
 

Why this product is beneficial

• Supports early biological understanding by showing real beetle structures, including wings, legs and protective shells.
• Encourages close observation as learners compare beetle features and discuss their purpose.
• Builds scientific vocabulary through exploration of terms such as elytra, antennae and exoskeleton.
• Strengthens classification skills as learners identify traits shared across insect groups.

Classroom & play activity ideas

• Provide magnifiers so learners can sketch the beetle and label its key parts such as legs, wings and antennae.
• Create a sorting challenge where learners group beetles with other insects by shared features such as hard shells or segmented bodies.
• Begin a storytelling activity in which learners imagine life underground as a chafer beetle searching for roots.
• Compare the chafer beetle specimen with another insect sample and record similarities and differences.

Product Details

• Suitable age: 3 years and up
• Material: Real chafer beetle specimens embedded in high-clarity resin
• What's Included: 6 specimens ranging in different sizes: 

1. Rhinoceros Beetle

2. Antler Horned Beetle

3. Chafer Beetle

4. Chafer Beetle

5. Dung Beetle

6. Chafer Beetle

• Information Booklet and magnifying glass also included
• Measurements: 

Specimens 1 & 2 size: 7.3 x 4.1 x 2.4 cm, 

Specimens 3-6 size: 3-6 : 4.4 x 2.9 x 1.7cm

• Safety information: Made using non-poisonous, odour-free resin. Smooth edges designed for safe handling in learning environments.

Fun fact: Some chafer beetles can wiggle their antennae to “smell” underground roots - their favourite food!