Poster
This poster presents a curated visual collection of twenty entomological specimens originally sourced from Malaysia and currently preserved at the Natural History Museum in London. The compilation highlights the historical and scientific significance of the region's biodiversity, specifically linking these specimens to the legacy of Alfred Russel Wallace, the renowned naturalist and co-discoverer of evolution by natural selection.
The visual display features a diverse array of Coleoptera (beetles), showcasing significant morphological variation in size, coloration, and structure. The specimens range from the iridescent Jewel Beetles (such as Catoxantha opulenta) to the formidable Rhinoceros Beetles (such as Xylotrupes gideon and Chalcosoma chiron). Each specimen is pinned and labeled with its specific scientific taxonomy. The poster serves as both an educational resource and a bridge between historical collections and modern digital databases, explicitly directing viewers to the Malaysia Biodiversity Information System (MyBIS) for further research and conservation data.
