Coleopterans Collection

Diving beetle below waterline

Stag beetle C018 / 0869
Stag beetle. Lucanus cervus stag beetle with its wings spread. This is the best-known species of stag beetle in the West

Ladybird foot hairs, SEM C014 / 1447
Ladybird foot hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foot of a ladybird (family Coccinellidae), showing the numerous hairs that cover its surface

Tiger beetle C014 / 4645
Tiger beetle (Heptodonta pulchella) on the ground. Photographed in South China

Stag beetles fighting C018 / 0868
Stag beetles. Male stag beetles (Lucanus cervus) fighting over a mate. This is the best-known species of stag beetle in the West

Tropical scarab beetle C016 / 7752
Tropical scarab beetle (family Scarabaeidae) on a leaf. Photographed in Yasuni National Park, Amazon rainforest, Ecuador

Weevil C016 / 2271
Weevil. View of the upper side of a weevil (Sphenophorus sp.). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Weevil C016 / 2269
Weevil. View of the upper side of a weevil (Sphenophorus sp.). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Weevil C016 / 2270
Weevil. View of the upper side of a weevil (Sphenophorus sp.). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Mexican sisal borer C016 / 2266
Mexican sisal borer (Scyphophorus acupunctatus). This weevil is found in Central and South America. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Weevil C016 / 2273
Weevil. View of the upper side of a weevil (Sphenophorus sp.). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Mexican sisal borer C016 / 2267
Mexican sisal borer (Scyphophorus acupunctatus). This weevil is found in Central and South America. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Weevil C016 / 2272
Weevil. View of the upper side of a weevil (Sphenophorus sp.). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Stag beetles mating C018 / 0870
Stag beetles (Lucanus cervus) mating. This is the best-known species of stag beetle in the West

Ladybird foot hairs, SEM C014 / 1448
Ladybird foot hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foot of a ladybird (family Coccinellidae), showing the numerous hairs that cover its surface

Glow-worm. Close-up of the head of a firefly (family Lampyridae) larva. Magnification: x34 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Fourteen-spot ladybird (Coccinula quatuordecimpustulata) on a dead plant stem. Photographed in Poland

Ten-spot ladybird (Adalia decempunctata) on a leaf. Photographed in Poland

Cream-spot ladybird (Calvia quatuordecimguttata) on wood. Photographed in Poland

Rove beetle on moss
Rove beetle (Staphylinus caesareus) on moss. Rove beetles (family Staphylinidae) are the largest family of beetles, with approximately 58, 000 species worldwide. Photographed in Poland

Beetles, 19th century C015 / 6100
Beetles, 19th-century artwork. The large beetle at lower centre is the Chilean stag beetle (Chiasognathus grantii). It is also known as Darwins beetle

Alder leaf beetle feeding on a leaf. The alder leaf beetle (Agelastica alni) is found in Europe, the Caucasus, Siberia, north-eastern Kazakhstan, and in the 19th century was introduced to the USA

Poplar leaf beetle on a leaf. The poplar leaf beetle (Chrysomela populi) is a species of broad-shouldered leaf beetle (family Chrysomelidae) that is found throughout most of Europe

Tiger beetle C018 / 2463
Tiger beetle. Close-up of the head of a tiger beetle (subfamily Cicindelinae), showing one of its eyes (centre) and large jaws (mandibles, lower right)

Tiger beetle C018 / 2462
Tiger beetle. Close-up of the head of a tiger beetle (subfamily Cicindelinae), showing its eyes (upper left and right) and large jaws (mandibles)

Male Hercules beetle C018 / 2405
Male Hercules beetle. The Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules) is the most famous and largest of the rhinoceros beetles. It is native to the rainforests of Central America, South America

Click beetles. View of the upper side of click beetles (Semiotus imperialis). These specimens are from the Amazon Basin, Brazil. Their bodies measure 5cm long

Frog-legged leaf beetles. View of the upper side of a group of frog-legged leaf beetles (Sagra buqueti). These specimens are from Malaysia. Their bodies measure 2.5cm long

Monkey beetles. View of the upper side of two species of monkey beetle (subfamily Rutelinae) scarab beetles (family Scarabaeidae) from Mexico

Tiger beetles. View of the upper side of three tiger beetles (Damaster blaptoides). This species of ground beetle is found in Russia and Japan. The bodies of these specimens measure 7cm long

Darwins beetle. View of the upper side a female Chiasognathus grantii stag beetle. This species of stag beetle is known as Darwins beetle and is found in Argentina and Chile

Ground beetle specimen collection. Box containing preserved specimens of various iridescent Carabus sp. ground beetles (family Carabidae) found in Europe. Seen here are: C. auronitens, C

Darwins beetles. View of the upper side of two female (bottom) and one male Chiasognathus grantii stag beetles. This species of stag beetle is known as Darwins beetle and is found in Argentina

Violin beetle. View of the upper side of a violin beetle (Mormolyce borneensis) from Borneo. The body of this specimen measures 9cm long

Flower chafer beetles. View of the upper side of a selection of flower chafer scarab beetles (Eudicella gralli mechowi) - a subspecies of the flamboyant flower beetle (Eudicella gralli)

Metallic wood boring beetles. View of the upper side of four metallic wood boring beetles (Euchroma gigantea). E. gigantea is the largest of the buprestid beetles

Tropical weevils. View of the upper side of an assortment of Pachyrrhynchus sp. weevils (family Curculionoidea). Seen here are: Pachyrrhynchus argus (top centre), P

Jewel beetles. View of the upper side of a number of Madecassia rothschildi jewel beetles (family Buprestidae, showing their iridescent bodies. The bodies of these specimens measure 5cm long)

Harlequin beetle
Longhorn beetle. View of the upper side of a male harlequin beetle (Acrocinus longimanus), showing its extremely long forelegs. The body of this specimen measures 8cm long

Longhorn beetles. View of the upper sides of two Anoplophora horsfieldii longhorn beetles (top and bottom) and two Anoplophora stanleyana longhorn beetles (left and right)

Giant African longhorn beetle. View of the upper side of a Petrognatha gigas longhorn beetle. This large insect is found in central Africa. The body of this specimen measures 8cm long

Wallaces long-horn beetle. View of the upper side of a Wallaces long-horn beetle (Batocera wallacei). This insect is found in Indonesia. The body of this specimen measures 8cm long

Scarab beetles. View of the upper side of a selection of Euchroea coelestis scarab beetles, showing their colourful shells. These insects are from to Madagascar and measure around 28mm long

Giant flower chafer beetle. View of the upper side of a Mecynorrhinella torquata flower chafer beetle. This insect is endemic to western Africa

Ladybird larva C018 / 2417
Ladybird larva. Larva of a ladybird (family Coccinellidae, black) on a lichen-covered branch

Ladybirds mating C016 / 4709
Ladybirds mating. Close-up of 7-spot-ladybirds (Coccinella-7-punctata) mating on a leaf. Photographed in the UK

Teasel and ladybirds C016 / 4695
Teasel and ladybirds. Frosted teasel (Dipsacus fullonum) with hibernating 7-spot-ladybirds (Coccinella-7-punctata). Photographed in the UK

Longhorn beetle, artwork C016 / 3289
Longhorn beetle. Artwork of a rosalia longicorn (Rosalia alpina) longhorn beetle. This beetle is found in Europe, from the Alps east to Slovakia

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Coleopterans: From Darwin's Beetle to Diving Beetles Below Waterline" Coleopterans, commonly known as beetles, are a diverse group of insects that captivate scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. One such remarkable species is the renowned "Darwin's beetle, " named after the legendary naturalist Charles Darwin himself. With its intricate patterns and unique adaptations, this beetle has become an emblem of evolution. Diving beetles take us on an underwater adventure as they gracefully navigate below the waterline. Their streamlined bodies and specialized appendages allow them to swim effortlessly in search of prey or mates. Witnessing their elegant movements beneath the surface is truly mesmerizing. In contrast, stag beetles showcase their strength during fierce battles for territory or mating rights. The sight of two stag beetles locked in combat, like C018 / 0868 captured in a photograph, reminds us of nature's raw power and determination. Weevils, on the other hand, offer glimpses into their intimate lives through captivating images capturing moments of mating rituals. These tiny creatures engage in elaborate courtship dances while displaying vibrant colors and intricate patterns on their exoskeletons. Delving deeper into these fascinating creatures' world reveals astonishing details like ladybird foot hairs magnified under a scanning electron microscope (SEM). This close-up view showcases how even seemingly insignificant features play crucial roles in their survival strategies. The tiger beetle steals our attention with its incredible speed and agility—C014 / 4645 captures one mid-flight—a true testament to its predatory prowess. These lightning-fast hunters can outrun most predators thanks to their long legs built for speed. Venturing into tropical regions unveils awe-inspiring scarab beetles adorned with vibrant hues—C016 / 7752 showcases one such beauty from these exotic locales. Their iridescent shells shimmer under sunlight as if reflecting nature's own artistry.