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Beetles 
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Beetles are any of the insects in the order
Coleoptera. With over 250,000 species, it is the largest order in the
animal kingdom. Their principal characteristic of beetle is
their special forewings, which are modified into hardened wing
covers (elytra) that cover a second pair of functional wings. The order
includes some of the largest and smallest insects and is the most widely
distributed insect order. Most feed either upon other animals or upon
plants, but some eat decaying matter.
Their is great diversity in the species, both in size
and color. In the following pages, you will find many very
collectible specimens. Are are raised on special ranches for
educational resources and collectors. None are taken from the wild
or endangered. Be sure to see our Beetle Collections and not that
many beetles are contained in the Insect Collections. |
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Beetle Specimens - click image or text |
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