Insect Inspired Christmas Gifts

Insect Inspired Christmas Gifts

Butterfly Jewelry

What woman doesn’t love to get a beautiful piece of jewelry as a gift? Opening a cute little box to find a sparkly little gift can be such a thrill. However, it seems to be rather rare that jewelry is made with insects in mind… except in the case of butterflies. Butterflies are famous for being considered some of the most beautiful and well-liked insects. The miraculous patterns on their wings and their gentle and majestic nature have inspired many different beautiful pieces of jewelry. Whether you’re buying a gift for someone who likes dainty one-colored pieces, large and colorful statement pieces, or just cutesy little pieces for a young girl, butterfly jewelry can always be a great option.

Smithsonian Handbook of Interesting Insects

Rated 5 Stars on Amazon, this book could be an incredible gift for the intellectual in your life who has a curiosity or passion for bugs. This non-fiction guide showcases a variety of striking insects from the entomology collection at London’s Natural history Museum complete with color photographs and detailed analyses of the creatures.

Bug Catching Kit

This gift is perfect for little outdoor explorers. Depending on the type of kit you find they can include a bug box, nets, items to create a habitat, and even little guidebooks on different bugs. Not only will this keep kids occupied outdoor on a warm day, but it can also offer some great learning opportunities and encourage kids to learn about their local If you have curious, outdoor-loving children in your life, this is a great gift idea to consider.

Apiary

While giving the gift of an apiary certainly isn’t a typical gift, it can be an amazing surprise for the right person. Whether your spouse, parent, or sibling has been considering undertaking the amazing hobby of beekeeping, an apiary could be the perfect gift to get them started. Or, if you are looking for a less extravagant gift, you might consider a book on how to begin beekeeping. There is a LOT to beekeeping and jumping into it without proper knowledge can be problematic, so a guide can be incredibly helpful for someone interested in the hobby.

Ant Farm

While this gift is great for kids, it can also be a fantastic option for teens and adults who like insects, particularly ants. The complex nature of ant hills and the amazing teamwork and productivity of the colony make ants quite a marvel to uphold… when they aren’t invading your home and stealing your food. The creator of ant farms, Milton Levine, came up with the idea after observing ants he caught in a jar. He pitched the idea to his future business partner, and brother in law, E.J. Cossman in 1956 as an “antarium.” The concept was an immediate hit as it allowed children and adults alike to study these resilient and hardworking creatures in an up close and personal way.

HEXBUGS

  These little robot bugs can be a load of fun! The collection consists of a variety of different colorful insect robots including scorpions, spiders, scarabs, beetles, ants, wasps, nano-bugs, and more, and they can be used either alone or in a collection of different playsets. HEXBUGS can make a fantastic gift for kids interested in both insects and robotics.