Insect Market Price Guide: Popular Species Pricing

Insect prices vary greatly by species, size, bloodline, and origin. Understanding the market before purchasing is important.

General Price Ranges for Popular Domestic Species

The following are guidelines only; actual prices vary by individual and seller.

• Japanese Rhinoceros Beetle (adult pair): A few hundred to several thousand yen
• Japanese Stag Beetle (adult): A few hundred yen and up
• Saw-Tooth Stag Beetle (adult): A few hundred to several thousand yen
• Miyama Stag Beetle (adult): Several thousand yen and up (higher due to limited availability)
• Japanese Giant Stag Beetle (standard adult): Several thousand yen and up
• Japanese Giant Stag Beetle (large/famous bloodline): Can reach tens of thousands of yen

General Price Ranges for Popular Foreign Species

• Hercules Beetle (larva): Several thousand to tens of thousands of yen
• Giraffe Stag Beetle (adult): Several thousand yen and up
• Palawan Giant Stag Beetle (adult): Several thousand yen and up
• Rare species/large specimens: Prices increase significantly by species, size, and bloodline

Factors Affecting Price

• Size (body length): Larger specimens tend to be more expensive
• Bloodline: Specimens from famous breeders or with clear generation records have added value
• Eclosion timing: Mature specimens that have begun feeding are more valued for breeding than freshly emerged ones
• Origin: Domestic species vary in build and color by region; rare localities command higher prices
• Season: Prices tend to rise during summer (peak demand season)

Checklist When Purchasing

• Confirm no missing legs or antennae
• Check for photos showing male and female separately (males can injure females)
• Confirm shipping stress mitigation (packaging method, delivery duration) with the seller
• Confirm feeding status (especially important for breeding purposes)

Find Insects on Bri-Choku

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