Hercules beetle

English

Hercules beetle

Etymology

In reference to the great strength of Hercules in myth.

Noun

Hercules beetle (plural Hercules beetles)

1. A type of rhinoceros beetle, Dynastes hercules known for its considerable strength and for being one of the longest insects in the world.

Translations

type of rhinoceros beetle

• Japanese: 長戟大甲蟲 (chōgeki daikōmushi)
• Navajo: chéłchaaʼ bideeneezígíí
• Russian: жук-геркуле́с (ru) m (žuk-gerkulés)