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Eastern Hercules Beetle

Range: Eastern United States
Habitat: Forests, woodlands
Conservation Status: Not listed by IUCN
Scientific Name: Dynastes tityus

This impressive insect is the largest beetle found in Missouri. Only the males have horns. They use them during dominance fights to overturn rival males. The winner gets the opportunity to mate with a female.