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Rhinocerus Beetle

Xylotrupes ulysses

Photo by JosephBullock
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This a Rhinoceros beetle though the horn is shorter, so it's a female.

Habitat:

This one is taken with our wood sill. Usually likes trees and shrubs far away from civilization.

Notes:

What a place to rest from a busy night.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
JosephBullock
I was wondering if there was a difference between the sexes of this beetle. Thanks!
Latimeria
You're probably right that it's a rhinoceros beetle. Due to the reduced horn, I'd say it's a female.
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PublishedMay 2, 2011

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