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Rhino beetle

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Field Notes

Description:

They are among the largest of beetles, so named because of the characteristic horns borne by the males of most species in the group. The male beetles use their horns in mating battles against other males.

Habitat:

coconut trees

Notes:

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Species ID Suggestions

Brown Rhinoceros Beetle

Xylotrupes gideon

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also known as Kumbang Badak (Indonesian), Kumbang: beetle, Badak: Rhinoceros.
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PublishedAugust 26, 2011

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