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GOLIATH BEETLES

Updated: Aug 14, 2019


Goliathus The Goliath Beetle is any of five species in the family Goliathus.

  • Goliathus Goliatus

  • Goliathus Albosignatus

  • Goliathus Regius

  • Goliathus Cacicus

  • Goliathus Cacicus

When fully grown, they can weigh more than half a pound (115 g.) They are named after the Philistine champion “Goliath” who fought David in First Samuel. They normally have a black and white patterned shell with large bat-like wings underneath. These insects are very aggressive and will stand up to animals much bigger than themselves.

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