A Rhinocheros Beetle
>> Jul 21, 2012
These beetles have other common names such
as Hercules beetles, unicorn beetles or horn beetles. They are among the
biggest of beetles, reaching more than 150 mm (5.9 in) in length, but
are absolutely safe to humans because they cannot bite or sting.
Their common names refer to the
characteristic horns borne only by the males of most species in the group. Each
has a horn on the thorax and another horn pointing forward from the center
thorax. The horns are used in fighting other males during mating season, and
for digging (source:Wikipedia).
I saw this one at our porch a few days ago.
My husband took some pictures for me. I’ve just known later that the beetle is
harmless.
8 komentar:
OMG....what a monster! Even if he is harmless, I'd rather he wasn't anywhere near me! Fabulous shots of a shiny critter....
An amazing camera critter. I agree with Joanne, I don't think I'd want one on my porch, even if they are harmless.
But the photos are also amazing!
Kay, Alberta, Canada
What an awesome critter! Great photos.
He is a rather imposing fellow. Knowing he is harmless might keep me from shooing him off my porch.
I recently found out that this beetle is having tenderness, judging form the hard ...
very nice and interesting
thank you
love the Hercules version name hehehe! Have a great weekend.
My Loyal companion Pet, come and see.
Wow! Great photos on the beetle... I like their horns :) Never known about them.
Hugs
Shilpa
It is a beautiful bug! Have a good weekend!
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