The Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules) is a living tank—one of the strongest, heaviest, and largest insects on the planet.

Hercules beetles are among the largest flying insects in the world, with males of some subspecies measuring up to 6.8 inches (17.2 centimeters) long. They are also extraordinarily strong and can ...

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Why does this gigantic beetle make such a terrifying sound? The Hercules beetle is one of the largest beetle species in the world today. They’re unique compared to many of the beetles you’ll ...

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Live male Hercules beetles sell for around $130 apiece, while preserved dead specimens sell for slightly less. Live females go for between $40 and $50, with dead ones also selling for less.

But certain Hercules beetles are a bit longer, with a total length of up to 19 centimeters, thanks to the prodigious horn on the head and thorax of the males.