The Japan Times: Rhinoceros beetles and stag beetles, respectively known as “kabutomushi” (litera…

Rhinoceros beetles and stag beetles, respectively known as “kabutomushi” (literally meaning “Samurai helmet insect”) and “kuwagata” in Japanese, have long been firm favorites with Japanese children and insect enthusiasts. Many people keep them as pets or breed them, raising them from eggs to full-grown adults, while others pit them against each other in fighting tournaments, sometimes with cash prizes. Beetle On is a specialist store in Tokyo’s Ota Ward that sells rhinoceros beetles and stag beetles, equipment for keeping and breeding them, and various other beetle-related toys and paraphernalia. Certain species, such as Hercules beetles, will typically retail for between ¥50,000 and ¥100,000, meaning these bugs are big business. Click on the link in our bio for the full story. 📸 Andrew McKirdy
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