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GOLIATH BEETLE ©Museum de Toulouse The Goliath beetles (named after the biblical giant Goliath) are among the largest insects on Earth, if measured in terms of size, bulk and weight. Native to Africa, they are capable of growing up to 250 millimetres (9.8 in) in length, and reaching weights in excess of 100 grams (3.5 oz). Though they are believed to be primarily vegetarian in the wild, they have shown a voracious appetite for protein in captivity, and captive beetles are often fed dog and cat food. Each of the beetle’s legs ends in a pair of sharp claws (called tarsi) which provide a strong grip useful for climbing on tree trunks and branches. Males have a Y-shaped horn on the head which is used as a pry bar in battles with other males over feeding sites or mates. Females are without a horn, and instead have a wedge-shaped head which assists in burrowing when they lay eggs. Apart from their massive size, Goliathus beetles are strikingly patterned as well. Fact Source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goliathus Other photos you may enjoy: Giant Walking Stick insect Titan Beetle Coconut Crab

GOLIATH BEETLE ©Museum de Toulouse

  • The Goliath beetles (named after the biblical giant Goliath) are among the largest insects on Earth, if measured in terms of size, bulk and weight.
  • Native to Africa, they are capable of growing up to 250 millimetres (9.8 in) in length, and reaching weights in excess of 100 grams (3.5 oz).
  • Though they are believed to be primarily vegetarian in the wild, they have shown a voracious appetite for protein in captivity, and captive beetles are often fed dog and cat food.
  • Each of the beetle’s legs ends in a pair of sharp claws (called tarsi) which provide a strong grip useful for climbing on tree trunks and branches.
  • Males have a Y-shaped horn on the head which is used as a pry bar in battles with other males over feeding sites or mates.
  • Females are without a horn, and instead have a wedge-shaped head which assists in burrowing when they lay eggs.
  • Apart from their massive size, Goliathus beetles are strikingly patterned as well.

Fact Source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goliathus

Other photos you may enjoy:

Giant Walking Stick insect

Titan Beetle

Coconut Crab

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  1. higherceilings reblogged this from animalworld and added:
    GOLIATH BEETLE ©Museum de Toulouse The Goliath beetles (named after the biblical giant Goliath) are among the largest...
  2. seltzerlizard said: I hearted it, but gigantic bugs make me scream like a little girl. And it eats dog food? AAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!
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