Macro Photography - Horn Beetle (Chalcosoma Atlas)

Hi, Steemians! How are you? I hope you all be alright . In this post I will share a little knowledge about horn beetles. I hope you like it.

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Horn beetle is one of the largest species of beetle in the world and is a nocturnal animal (active at night). During the day, they hide under tree trunks to avoid predators. Proportionately, the horn beetle is the strongest animal on earth. They can lift up to 850 times their own weight.

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Only the male beetles have horns. The size of the horn is an indicator of the physical health of the male beetle. Male horn beetles use their horns in battles over food and territory to attract the attention of females. The losing opponent does not try to be pursued and there is no mutual killing or injury. Horns can also be used to dig up the soil and bury themselves in the ground, hiding from harm. The horn beetle has wings and can be used for flying.

Due to its cool appearance, clean, easy maintenance, and pitted, hornbirds are often used as children's pets, especially in Japan. The price of the female hornbill / beetle beetle is cheaper because it has no horns.

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This is all I can explain about horned beetle, may be useful. Thanks.