Eyes Image (11k)Rhinoceros Beetle

The large size of
these beetles
(nearly the length
of your thumb)
helps them in
combat, but also
allows them to
store fat and
reserve enough
energy to fly long
distances without
eating.

Small Eyes  Image (11k)Find other
  forest dwellers

Rhinoceros Beetle Image (55k)
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