my first rhino beetles

[Kaidin]

I've got them last week, 2 pairs.

females are busy now burred themselves somewhere deep in substrate.

males though are more easily available for photos

here are these horny fellas :

 

[Peter Clausen]

Beautiful photos, thanks for sharing! Your photos really show the irredescent colors of the elytra.

 

[Kaidin]

Beautiful photos, thanks for sharing! Your photos really show the irredescent colors of the elytra.

thanks, Peter

actually I like females more - their elytra although a bit dull comparing to more glossy males', however it has more texture and hues of violet and purple.

perhaps I'll try to get them for photo posing one day ! (now I don't want to disturb them from their important business of procreation

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[Peter Clausen]

You are very lucky to have these beetles available to you. I know many people that would give their left arms for these beetles.

 

[Kaidin]

You are very lucky to have these beetles available to you. I know many people that would give their left arms for these beetles.

well, actually at present moment there are like 5-6 pairs of them still available (C. atlas).

also, perhaps will be avail. 5 horned beetles (E. gracilicornis)

so, if your friends are interested - you can refer them.

(or drop me a PM)

 

[pabloorkoien]

Hi:

This male of Chalcosoma Atlas is very nice.

!Congratulations!

If you have the female insurance gets cubs.

(Sorry my mistakes, I speak spanish)

A greeting, Pablo.