Wholesale: Xylotrupes gideon (small horn) THAILAND
£2.45
Siamese Fighting Beetle or Brown Rhino Beetle
Sex: Male
Quality: A1/A1- (good to perfect)
NOTE: Undersized males, small horn 10mm
Sold in lots of 10
- Description
Description
Description
Taxonomy Identification: Family Dynastidae. First named by Linnaeus in 1767
Colour: The head of this beetle is coloured blackish brown, while the elytra is a reddish brown.
Size: Length measuring from the tip of the head/jaw/horn to the end of the abdomen but excluding the legs and antenna: 45-50mm
Comments & Applications: Commonly known as the brown rhinoceros beetle. This is a popular choice in the art and design industry where specimens are used in frames, domes and interior design. Also perfect for photography, film, or educational applications.
Format: Unmounted, papered, wings folded, requires relaxing and setting
More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding