Insect Spreading Class: Giant Flower Beetle

Imagine a living jewel, the Giant Flower Beetle, Rhomborhina gigantea, shimmering with iridescent emerald and gold hues that dance across its robust body, often accentuated by bold black markings. This magnificent insect, reaching up to 50 millimeters in length, is a truly captivating sight. Native to the tropical rainforests and humid environments of Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia, its life begins with an egg laid in decaying wood or leaf litter. The larva voraciously consumes this decaying plant matter for several months before pupating. The majestic adult beetle then emerges, primarily focused on feeding on nectar and pollen from various flowering plants, and is often seen actively flying and foraging during the day. Males of this species sometimes engage in impressive aerial jousting, likely for mates or prime feeding locations.

You may also like the following events from Paxton Gate:

• This month, 23rd August, 11:30 am, Insect Spreading Class: Two Butterflies: BD and 89 butterflies in San Francisco
• Next month, 20th September, 11:30 am, Insect Spreading Class: Common Rose Butterfly in San Francisco

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