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Display spectacular insects from around the world in your home with the LEGO Ideas The Insect Collection (21342). A charming gift idea for insect-lovers, this insect building set features detailed, life-size, buildable models of a blue morpho butterfly, a Hercules beetle and a Chinese mantis in their natural habitats. The blue morpho butterfly has adjustable wings featuring different shades of blue and is displayed with a buildable flower and a honeybee. The Hercules beetle has attachable wings and the characteristic horns of the male of the species, while the fully posable female Chinese mantis (a species of praying mantis) comes with a 7-spotted ladybug. Separate building instructions are included for each model, so you can build solo or with others. This collectible model for teens and adults is one of a diverse range of LEGO Ideas sets, each created by a fan designer, voted for by LEGO fans and produced by the LEGO Group. Not only is this an unbug-lieveably stunning product, but it also marks an important milestone as the 50th product to come out of the LEGO Ideas platform. Contains 1,111-pieces.
LEGO Ideas The Insect Collection (21342) – Take time out to indulge your passion for nature with these 3 life-size, posable, display models of insects in their natural habitats
Blue morpho butterfly (Morpho peleides) – Capture the shades of blue in this butterfly’s wings and its white dots. The model also includes a buildable honeybee and flower to round out your butterfly decorations
Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules) – Build the longest beetle in the world, featuring attachable wings and the characteristic horns of the male of this species
Chinese mantis (Tenodera sinensis) – This is a detailed, posable model of a female Chinese mantis (a species of praying mantis). Its buildable habitat also features a 7-spotted ladybug
Gift idea for insect enthusiasts – Treat yourself or give this collectible 1,111-piece LEGO Ideas set to another lover of insects and nature to build and display in home decor.
Nature Décor – This beautiful set will brighten up your home, office, or dorm room. The buildable Chinese mantis model measures over 7 in. (18 cm) high, 6.5 in. (17 cm) wide and 6 in. (16 cm) deep
Build solo or with others – Includes separate building instructions for each model, plus a booklet featuring facts about the insects and more. Also find digital instructions on the LEGO Builder app
Customers say
Customers find this LEGO set visually appealing with vibrant colors and appreciate its value, with one customer noting it’s a great addition to their collection. Moreover, the build process is enjoyable with easy-to-read instructions, and customers consider it perfect for nature enthusiasts, particularly for 10-year-old girls. Additionally, the set receives positive feedback for its build quality, with one customer mentioning it lasts forever, and customers like its size, with one noting the insects are larger than expected. However, opinions about missing pieces are mixed, with some customers reporting no issues while others mention missing parts.
urwah bangi –
A Unique Build Worth Displaying
As a LEGO enthusiast, I was eager to try the LEGO Ideas 21342 The Insect Collection, especially since it’s the 50th set in the Ideas series. The set includes three life size insect models: a Blue Morpho Butterfly, a Hercules Beetle, and a Chinese Mantis.Build ExperienceThe build was engaging and rewarding. Each insect is constructed on its own base, featuring elements like flowers and foliage to reflect their natural habitats. The butterfly’s wings are detailed with printed tiles, and the mantis’s poseable limbs add to its lifelike appearance.Display and AestheticsOnce completed, these models make for striking display pieces. The vibrant colors and intricate designs capture the essence of each insect beautifully. They serve as both a testament to nature’s wonders and a conversation starter.Final ThoughtsAt $79.99, the set offers good value for the quality and uniqueness it provides. It’s an excellent choice for adult LEGO fans and nature enthusiasts alike. If you’re looking for a distinctive addition to your collection, the Insect Collection is worth considering.
Kaitlyn –
Her âfavorite lego set from christmasâ 🙂
A gift my lego loving sister and a huge hit. I loved that it had three sets in one, pretty good for the price. The colors are really vibrant and she even got shelves to display them. (she is twelve and had no problem putting them together on her own)
austin waag –
Super fun design and build – Lego knocked it out of the park with this one!
As someone who has built many Legos over the past several decades, this was truly one of the most fun builds I have done. I took two of them to display at my work desk and everyone comments how they brighten their day!
Paolo –
Great Decoration for Tiny Plants
Great set! Matches with the Lego Tiny Plants!
Ry –
Amazing!
My brother LOVES these so it was totally worth the price. No missing pieces this time or anything.
Patty –
A GRADE OF DIFFICULTY
lego is everything about being happy. I enjoy one after another and the difficulty level is what keeps me focus. this one was amazing to built!
Olina rose –
Amazing
Awesome gift but bug loves or Lego lovers. Nice build with no missing pieces and easy instructions.
Michelle –
Cute
Haven’t opened it. Just trying to collect.
Cristhian Chimal –
La caja llegó ligeramente dañada y estoy seguro que no fue el transporte ya que pedà otros legos y si me llegaron bien, pero cumplen con todo lo demás
Amazon Kunde –
Sehr schöne Modelle. Macht Mega SpaÃ.
brianna richardson –
The cutest!!
SK –
Maravilhoso!
Brilliant good value for the money –
I love building Lego