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Dynastes miyashitai
A white Dynastes from Pacific-slope Mexico. Split from D. hyllus in 2004 but treated as its synonym by GBIF and others. Males are cited at 41-95mm.
Miyashita's rhinoceros beetle (Dynastes miyashitai) is a white Dynastes from the Mexican states of Sinaloa, Durango, Jalisco, Morelos, Puebla and Oaxaca, described by Yamaya in 2004. It separates the Pacific-slope populations from D. hyllus, but GBIF and others treat it as a synonym of D. hyllus, while Japanese sources usually rank it as a species; its status differs by source. It looks much like D. hyllus, with yellowish-white elytra dotted black. Males are cited at 41-95mm and females at 48-52mm. Rearing follows D. hyllus, with larvae raised in fermented substrate. As a general rule for foreign beetles, keep above 18C in winter and avoid heat over 30C. In Japan captive-bred stock is traded as Miyashita with locality data, and lines should be kept separate from hyllus and moroni stock.
Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
The Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle lives Adults 4-8 months.
The Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle grows to Males 41-95mm, females 48-52mm.
The ideal temperature for the Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle is 18℃.
Origin
Mexico (Sinaloa, Durango, Jalisco, Morelos, Puebla, Oaxaca)
Lifespan
Adults 4-8 months
Sources: Beetle Farm: basic rearing guide / Wikipedia (Dynastes grantii, ja) / Wikipedia (Dynastes, ja)
Notable localities
No sourced captive size record was found.
Generation codes
Sources: Wikipedia (Dynastes, ja) / Wikipedia (Dynastes grantii, ja)
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Accepted name: Dynastes miyashitai Yamaya, 2004
Synonyms: Dynastes hyllus hyllus (GBIF accepted name)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / MOE Japan: import of Scarabaeoidea beetles
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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Size
Males 41-95mm, females 48-52mm
Temperature
18℃
Humidity
60〜80%
Beetle jelly, ripe fruit; larvae on fermented substrate
General rule for foreign beetles: above 18C in winter, below 30C in summer. Related species die above 30C, so beware of heat.
Eggs are laid in fermented substrate. As with D. hyllus, larval duration varies greatly.
Males fight, so house singly. Cohabit only for pairing.
Species-specific records are limited, so follow D. hyllus and expect 2-3 years per generation.
A dry substrate is fatal. Avoid crossing with hyllus or moroni stock and keep locality labels.
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle is 18℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle is Adults 4-8 months. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle typically reaches Males 41-95mm, females 48-52mm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle feeds on: Beetle jelly, ripe fruit; larvae on fermented substrate. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Miyashita's Rhinoceros Beetle varies significantly depending on bloodline, size, captive-bred generation, and sex. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: September 17, 2026