|
Post by damoose on Sept 2, 2021 16:35:56 GMT -8
Currently in the classifieds Rudi Akhiruddin (rakhirud@yahoo.com)is advertising. He has used numerous aliases on this site (Siti Masito, Masito Insects, others which have appeared in this forum). He consistently misrepresents insects offered, doesn't ship what is ordered, and substitutes other species in bad quality. I have had two very bad experiences with this supplier without it ever being made right. Thank you.
|
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Nov 20, 2020 18:37:53 GMT -8
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Aug 6, 2020 15:53:18 GMT -8
Thank You!!
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Jul 30, 2020 19:01:05 GMT -8
There are currently two classified ads by Almira Jaya from Indonesia. One for Graphium weiskei and one for Papilio ulyesses. This is yet another alias used by Siti Masito and Alvaro Insects whom I posted a thread about earlier. Please do not send payment in advance to this person. They continually use new aliases because of bad reviews. It seems like there are more and more issues with scams from Indonesia.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Jul 1, 2020 19:09:07 GMT -8
The ads on the classifieds by bugshippers.com need to be deleted ASAP. Absolutely ridiculous - a picture of a Troides described as a female o. paradisea? Claiming he has O. Alexandrea for sale?? I agree and hope that no one falls for it.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Apr 15, 2020 10:50:57 GMT -8
Agreed - kevinkk, this is an excellent post. The scammers are definitely out in force. I have been approached by alleged African suppliers almost weekly in the last month. Also scammers from Indonesia and South America have been very active. I think the best rule of thumb right now is to NOT send any payment in advance. I have had good luck with several of the suppliers with banner ads here. Be aware that due to our world situation right now that shipping can be horribly slow. Thanks to all who take the time to keep us updated regarding what is going on out there.
|
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Mar 19, 2020 20:11:34 GMT -8
Please Beware of Siti Masito, Masito Insects, alvano Collection, and Other Aliases. This supplier from Indonesia has been around for awhile. They use multiple aliases on ebay, Insectnet, and Facebook. I recently ordered a variety of specimens. The box arrived but was missing 20 insects. The supplier acknowledged that the specimens were not included and promised a refund that has never been received. I have submitted a complaint to PayPal which is in process. I felt it is important to report this here as a warning.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Sept 12, 2019 6:12:33 GMT -8
Agreed! Insectnet has been a valuable asset to the insect industry. The suppliers list really makes buying decisions much easier. Another Thank You to Insectnet.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Sept 7, 2019 6:01:15 GMT -8
I did a search of their phone number and it is also tied to a website selling medical marijuana out of Alaska. No question that these ads have no place on insectnet and are most likely part of a scam. Thanks for all of the feedback, which shows the value of this forum once again.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Sept 6, 2019 15:59:34 GMT -8
The Insectnet administrator posted a "Bad Trade" post urging buyers to beware of them today in the classifieds
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Sept 6, 2019 4:13:19 GMT -8
I am seeing ads in the classifieds daily from "Bugshippers.com" offering live or dried insects. When you enter the website they claim to offer "Buterfly" and "Beatles", both misspelled. I am going to steer clear of this company but I was wondering if anyone has any feedback on them. Thank you.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Aug 8, 2019 14:32:56 GMT -8
I bought lots of bugs from him years ago. Honest, good stuff, consistent. RIP Michael.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on May 29, 2019 5:39:27 GMT -8
I have purchased from Insect World for over 30 years with good results. Quality of specimens has always been good. Specimens have always been packed carefully.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Apr 29, 2019 5:57:21 GMT -8
I used to order from Andres from time to time. I did not have problems for the most part but he has become very pushy with his offers so I have not ordered from him for awhile. Thank you for posting this recent information which is very helpful.
|
|
|
Post by damoose on Apr 14, 2018 10:54:09 GMT -8
I'm saddened to read about a bad experience with Vadim. I have done numerous good transactions with him with no problems. Hopefully he will get busy and fill your order in good faith. Keep us posted.
|
|