Rhino beetles can indeed fly, but not very well. They are just too big and heavy to be able to stay aloft for very long. The size also makes it difficult for them to have much dexterity in flight and makes them clumsy when flying. Rhinoceros beetles do have two […]
Rhinoceros Beetle Eggs and Larvae
The adult female rhino beetle deposits her eggs in the mid-to-late summer, and the best spot for the eggs is on a fallen tree. The rotting log provides a good place for the beetle larva to physically attach to while they develop. The larva also feeds on the rotting wood, […]
How Much Does a Rhino Beetle Weigh?
An average adult rhino beetle weighs less than one ounce and can reach up to six or seven inches in length. The Hercules beetle is the largest species of rhino beetle and is well-known for its immense strength and size. The Hercules larva may weigh up to 28 grams and […]
Do Rhino Beetles Bite? Are They Poisonous?
No. Rhino beetles are completely harmless to humans, and indeed other animals, because they cannot bite or sting. In addition, they are not poisonous nor are they toxic if consumed by people or animals. The fact that they do not bite is just one of the reasons why rhinoceros beetles […]
What is the Rhino Beetle Diet?
The type of of food that rhino beetles eat varies depending upon which stage of the life cycle it is in. Adult rhino beetles do not eat as much is their enormous size might indicate. The growing larva, on the other hand, do have quite an appetite. Female rhino beetles […]
What is the Rhino Beetle Life Cycle?
The complete lifecycle of the rhino beetle lasts several years, although the adult male beetles live quite a bit longer than the females. The pupa stage can last several years, which is quite long for a beetle. The length of time varies depending upon species, but is largely affected by […]
Rhino Beetle Fighting
It is part of the culture in Japan and many southeastern Asian countries to hold fighting competitions between male rhinoceros beetles. I’ve lived in Thailand for the last four years and although the practice is not common in the city I live in, I have heard and read stories about […]
Where do Rhino Beetles Live?
Rhinoceros beetles can be found on every continent in the world except for Antarctica. Their natural habitat is woodlands and forests, as they are herbivores and feed on foliage and the nectar of plants found there. The larva eat rotting wood so the adult female rhinoceros beetles often lay eggs […]
