Welcome to the Beetle Realm!
Beetles are amongst the most fascinating creatures in the insect kingdom. They represent a quarter of all animal life-forms on our planet! With over 350,000 known species, there's a beetle for every niche.
Did You Know?
- The largest beetle in the world is the Titanus giganteus, which can grow up to 16.7 cm long!
- Beetles have been on Earth for approximately 270 million years.
- Their wing casings are called elytra, which protect the functional wings underneath.
Explore more about beetles in Types of Beetles or view Beetle Habitats.