Rhinoceros Beetle Collection

Rhinoceros beetle, Trypoxylus dichotomus (Fork-horned beetle, Scarabaeus dichotomus)
FLO4683391 Rhinoceros beetle, Trypoxylus dichotomus (Fork-horned beetle, Scarabaeus dichotomus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Atlas beetle / Three-horned rhinoceros beetle male (Chalcosoma sp.) with enourmous horns, used to fight rival males. Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo

Rhinoceros beetle, (Oryctes sp) on a moss covered tree trunk, Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan Province, China

Beetles, c. 1755-65 (w/c on paper)
490316 Beetles, c.1755-65 (w/c on paper) by Ledoulx, Pierre Francois (1730-1807); 15.4x11.3 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Page 444. The Bronze Beetle;the Hoary Beetle;the Bronze Buprestus;the Buprestus;the Herculean Beetle
5670230 Page 444. The Bronze Beetle; the Hoary Beetle; the Bronze Buprestus; the Buprestus; the Herculean Beetle, of America; unidentified blue beetle, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby

Eastern Hercules beetle, Dynastes tityus, male 1, female 2
6337464 Eastern Hercules beetle, Dynastes tityus, male 1, female 2 by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Eastern Hercules beetle, Dynastes tityus, male 1, female 2. Scarabaeus tityus)

Hercules beetle, male, Dynastes hercules, Scarabaeus hercules
6337463 Hercules beetle, male, Dynastes hercules, Scarabaeus hercules by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Hercules beetle, male, Dynastes hercules, Scarabaeus hercules)

Rhinoceros beetle, (Oryctes sp) on a moss covered tree trunk, Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan Province, China

Rhinoceros beetle (Chalcosoma moellenkampi) climbing up tree trunk, Danum Valley Reserve, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Dynastes hercules, hercules beetle
Hercules beetles are from Central and South America are among the longest beetles with males reaching 190 mm (7.5 inches) in length

Mellissius eudoxus, scarab beetle
A species of scarab beetle from St. Helena, from the Scarabaeidae family (Wollastons Rutelidae, Dynastidae)

Titanus giganteus (left), Dynastes hercules (right)
The South American longhorn beetle (left) at 160 mm long and the hercules beetle (right) 170 mm long. Two of the largest beetles in the world

Rhinoceros beetle (megasoma elephas). The horn is used to tip over rival males. When flying their wingspan can reach six inches across

Asia, Papua New Guinea. Rhinoceros Beetle (Orcyctes rhinoceros)

Hercules beetle C016 / 5262
Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules). This beetle, from Central and South America, is among the longest beetles with males reaching 190 millimetres in length

Dynastes hercules, hercules beetle
A specimen of the hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules), 12 cms long, from the Natural History Museums Entomology Department. This species can be found in Central and South America

The European rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes nasicornis)
Illustration of a The European rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes nasicornis)

Details of Rhinoceros Beetle

Hercules Beetle (Dynastes hercules) adult, resting on ground, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Rhinoceros Beetle (Dynastinae) on moss

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

Titan and Hercules beetles C016 / 5327
Titan and Hercules beetles. The Titan beetle (Titanus giganteus, left, 160 millimetres in length) and the Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules, right)

Rhinoceros beetle C013 / 4971
Rhinoceros beetle being held by a persons hand. Photographed in Borneo, Malaysia

Rhinoceros beetle, close up C013 / 4974
Rhinoceros beetle head, close up. Photographed in Borneo, Malaysia

Rhinoceros beetle C013 / 4973
Rhinoceros beetle. Photographed in Borneo, Malaysia

Hercules beetle antenna, SEM
Hercules beetle antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the antenna of a hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules)

Rhinoceros beetle (Golofa pizarro). All insects have six legs (three pairs), antennae and a segmented body (head, thorax and abdomen)

Female hercules beetle head, SEM
Female hercules beetle head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a female hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules). The eyes are the large red spheres on either side of the head

Hercules beetle foot, SEM
Hercules beetle foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foot of a hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules). The foot comprises a pair of hooked claws (centre)

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The majestic Rhinoceros Beetle, also known as the Atlas Beetle or Three-horned Rhinoceros Beetle male (Chalcosoma sp), is a fascinating creature that never fails to captivate with its impressive appearance. Found in various parts of the world, this beetle species has been depicted in stunning artwork such as Beetles, c. 1755-65 (w/c on paper) and Page 444. The Bronze Beetle;the Hoary Beetle;the Bronze Buprestus;the Buprestus;the Herculean Beetle, of America;unidentified blue beetle, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text). One can spot these incredible beetles clinging onto moss-covered tree trunks at Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve or climbing up tree trunks at Danum Valley Reserve like the Rhinoceros beetle (Chalcosoma moellenkampi). With their robust bodies and distinct horns reminiscent of a rhino's horn they can truly a sight to behold. Not to be overshadowed by their relatives, the Eastern Hercules beetle (Dynastes tityus) and Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules) exhibit remarkable strength and beauty. The males boast magnificent horns while females display elegance in their own right. Another notable member of this family is Mellissius eudoxus, commonly known as the scarab beetle. Its metallic sheen adds an enchanting touch to its already mesmerizing presence. Amongst these giants stands Titanus giganteus and Dynastes hercules side by side - two colossal creatures showcasing nature's grandeur. Lastly, we cannot forget about Megasoma elephas – the mighty Rhinoceros Beetle that lives up to its name with sheer size alone. Whether admired for their immense strength or intricate details captured in art throughout history, these rhinoceros beetles continue to awe us with their unique characteristics.