“Found this monstrosity in the soil." Gardener double-takes after uncovering monstrous creature in their backyard: 'I've ...

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 lift ...

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 see ...

Hercules beetles are famous for their size and strength, but their most surprising weapon may be sound. They can produce a loud, lawn-mower-like noise by rubbing body parts together, creating a ...

Chris and Martin are in the Rainforest looking for the Hercules Beetle. Martin & Chris are in the Rainforest. Martin is taking a break, reading about Greek Mythology. Chris needs his help to attract ...

A: I’ve been asked about identification for a number of beetles this summer. This giant monster is a female Hercules beetle. The male can be a lighter color and typically has horns. They are known for ...

The bros have stop Hercules from destroying the rainforest. The bros have to stop the gigantic Hercules from busting up the Rainforest and heading into the city. The only way for them to do this is to ...

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