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Rhinoceros Beetle

Introduction:

Rhino-Beetles are very helpful beetles because they help to recycle plant material back into the ecosystem. There are over 300 different species of Rhinoceros beetles. The Rhino Beetle got its name from the large horn on the head of the male beetle.

= Scientific Classification: =

__ Phylum: __ Arthropoda
__ Order __ : Coleotera
 * __ Class: __**** Insect **

__ Subfamily: __ Dynastinae


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= Habitat: =

= Feeding and Predators: =

If they are threatened they make a loud hissing noise to scare away predators.
= Rhino Beetle Food Chain =

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............Rotting Wood ...............................Rhino Beetle Grub ......................................Skunk ................................................Owl


= Reproduction: =

The Rhinoceros Beetle reproduces by mating. There are male and female beetles. Rhinoceros beetles reproduce during rainy times. When they begin to mate the males can get very annoyed. In some species the males fight with one another to attract the females. After mating the females can lay up to 50 eggs in the ground at one time.

= Life cycle: `=

The life cycle of different species of Rhino Beetles can vary. Some have 3 stages and some have 4 stages. The female lays eggs in the soil during warm weather. The eggs hatch in 1 month. The next stage, the larval stage, is the longest. It can be a few years. Next the Pupa stage may only last a few weeks. Once they become adults they stay in the ground until spring.



= Interesting Facts: =

Rhino Beetles are popular pets.
BY AINSLEY KAY SHERRINGTON