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Japanese rhinoceros beetle
Trypoxylus dichotomus
The Japanese rhinoceros beetle, also known as kabutomushi, is a large, robust beetle native to East Asia, particularly Japan. Recognized for its impressive horn, the male uses this structure to battle rivals for access to females and food. These beetles are nocturnal and are oft…
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- Despite their fierce appearance, Japanese rhinoceros beetles are harmless to humans and cannot bite or sting.
- Male Japanese rhinoceros beetles use their horns to flip rivals off tree trunks during mating competitions. They are highly prized as pets and even featured in beetle wrestling contests in Japan. Their larvae play a crucial ecological role by breaking down decaying wood.
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