Rhino Beetles

Dynastids, commonly known as rhinoceros beetles, are a family of scarab beetles famous for the impressive horns found on many males. They are among the strongest insects in the world relative to their size, capable of lifting many times their own body weight. Most species spend the majority of their lives as larvae, feeding on decaying wood and organic matter that help recycle nutrients in nature. Adult rhinoceros beetles are generally harmless to humans and are valued by hobbyists for their remarkable size, strength, and diversity. With over 1,500 known species worldwide, dynastids inhabit tropical and temperate regions across the globe.