"Hercules beetle" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Hercules beetles [plural]
Etymology: In reference to the great strength of Hercules in myth. Head templates: {{en-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. Wikipedia link: Hercules beetle Categories (lifeform): Scarabaeoids Translations (type of rhinoceros beetle): 長戟大甲蟲 (chōgeki daikōmushi) (Japanese), chéłchaaʼ bideeneezígíí (Navajo), жук-геркуле́с (žuk-gerkulés) [masculine] (Russian)

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