Heterogomphus hirtus PERU (Pair)

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family, Dynastidae, First named by Prell in 1912

Colour: The base colour is black with reddish chestnut hair over the whole elytra. Prothorax, legs and head black.

Size: Length measuring from the tip of jaw/head/horn to end on abdomen but excluding legs and antenna: Females 38-40mm Males 42-45mm

Comments & Applications: This is a most unusual collectable rhinoceros beetle with a strange covering of wool like hairs over the elytra. Seldom offered for sale, perfect for high end applications where the subject matter is unique.

Format: Unmounted, papered, requires relaxing and setting

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