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Goliath Beetle
Goliathus goliatus
Least Concern insect
Measurements
Shoulder Height
5 cm
2"
Body Length
11 cm
4"
Weight
100 g
4 oz
About Goliath Beetle
The Goliath beetle is one of the largest insects on Earth. Adults can reach 11cm in length and weigh up to 100 grams. Found in tropical Africa, they are among the heaviest flying insects.
Classification
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Scarabaeidae
- Genus
- Goliathus
Ecology
- Diet
- herbivore
- Habitat
- forest
- Continent
- Africa
Fun Fact
Goliath beetle larvae can weigh up to 100 grams, but adults are typically lighter after metamorphosis.