How much do beetles cost?

Japanese rhinoceros beetles cost 300-1,000 yen, giant stag beetles 2,000-30,000 yen, and Hercules beetles 5,000-50,000+ yen depending on species and size.

Can beginners start keeping insects?

Japanese rhinoceros beetles and saw stag beetles are easy to keep and great for beginners. A basic container and beetle jelly from a 100-yen shop is all you need to start.

How long do beetles live?

Adult rhinoceros beetles live 2-3 months, saw stag beetles 3-6 months. Giant stag beetles can live 2-5 years as adults, offering years of enjoyment.

What are the benefits of raising larvae?

Larvae are cheaper than adults and you get to experience the thrill of eclosion. Raising large specimens using fungus bottles or substrate is rewarding and educational.

What should I check when buying insects?

Check that tarsi (feet) are intact, the insect is active, and there are no mites. Choose specimens with documented size and lineage information.

Insect Encyclopedia — 75 Species Directory

Encyclopedia of popular beetles and stag beetles with care guides, traits, and breeding methods.

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Centaurus Beetle

Augosoma centaurus

Intermediate

A large beetle from central-western Africa. Named after the mythological centaur, this is an imposing species. Has three-pronged horns similar to the Caucasus beetle and is considered the king of African beetles.

Rhinoceros beetleExoticAfrica

Giant African Mantis

Sphodromantis viridis

Beginner

Large mantis from Africa. Green body with thick raptorial forelegs. Hardy and voracious, ideal entry-level mantis. Relatively easy to handle.

MantisBeginner-friendlyAfrica

Giant Flower Beetle

Mecynorrhina torquata

Intermediate

Large flower beetle from Africa. Beautiful metallic green to brown sheen. Males have forked head horn. Impressive in flight. Larval rearing relatively easy.

Flower beetleAfricaMetallic sheen

Giant Tiger Beetle

Manticora latipennis

Advanced

One of the world's largest tiger beetles from southern Africa. A large species reaching about 5cm in body length, with powerful mandibles and quick movements. A ground-dwelling species without flight ability, making it a rare predatory insect as a pet.

Tiger beetleExoticAfrica

Goliath Beetle

Goliathus goliatus

Advanced

One of the world's largest flower chafers from Africa. Weight reaches the maximum class among insects.

GoliathWorld largestAfrica

Mecynorrhina Flower Beetle

Intermediate

A large flower chafer from Africa. Attractive metallic green color and large horn.

MecynorrhinaFlower chaferMetallic

Sun Beetle

Pachnoda marginata

Beginner

Bright yellow and black flower beetle from Africa. Small, hardy, and easy to breed. Adults eat jelly and fruit. Larvae grow in leaf litter. Perfect entry-level beetle.

Flower beetleBeginner-friendlyEasy breeding

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Insect FAQ

How much do beetles cost?: Japanese rhinoceros beetles cost 300-1,000 yen, giant stag beetles 2,000-30,000 yen, and Hercules beetles 5,000-50,000+ yen depending on species and size.
Can beginners start keeping insects?: Japanese rhinoceros beetles and saw stag beetles are easy to keep and great for beginners. A basic container and beetle jelly from a 100-yen shop is all you need to start.
How long do beetles live?: Adult rhinoceros beetles live 2-3 months, saw stag beetles 3-6 months. Giant stag beetles can live 2-5 years as adults, offering years of enjoyment.
What are the benefits of raising larvae?: Larvae are cheaper than adults and you get to experience the thrill of eclosion. Raising large specimens using fungus bottles or substrate is rewarding and educational.
What should I check when buying insects?: Check that tarsi (feet) are intact, the insect is active, and there are no mites. Choose specimens with documented size and lineage information.