booner1331 Posted December 16, 2005 Report Share Posted December 16, 2005 Does anyone know anything about the kind of beetles that. eat the flesh off the skull? leaving a bleached white skull? know where they can be purchased? I saw them in a magazine couple years bck now I'd more info. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6sixpoint_nobrows Posted December 16, 2005 Report Share Posted December 16, 2005 Re: Beetles ok this is from... http://moacustomskulls.com/ here is what they say... Dermisted beetles are by far the best method to remove flesh and cartilage from skulls or skeletons. There is no damage from the beetles as there is on skulls that have been boiled, especially to the delicate nasal membranes and the bone structure. A strong colony can strip a black bear or deer skull in less than 36 hours. Degreasing is done after the little critters have done their thing and can take about a week or so. Finally, we whiten your skull without harmful bleach which can cause flaking. The result is a beautiful white skull to serve as a fitting trophy for your hard work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhunter91 Posted December 16, 2005 Report Share Posted December 16, 2005 Re: Beetles 6sixpoint_nobrows hit it on the head.. Dermestid beetles are the way to go.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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