--- title: Rare Rhinoceros Beetle Relocated to the Surrounding Natural Landscape description: "A rare find near Copper & Stone: a rhinoceros beetle was recently discovered in town and safely relocated to the nearby reserve." image: https://thedaily.lascatalinascr.com/hubfs/Captura%20de%20Pantalla%202024-09-27%20a%20la(s)%2010.22.50%20a.%20m..png --- # Rare Rhinoceros Beetle Relocated to the Surrounding Natural Landscape [mailto:?subject=I%20wanted%20you%20to%20see%20this%20site&body=https://thedaily.lascatalinascr.com/rare-rhinoceros-beetle-relocated](mailto:?subject=I%20wanted%20you%20to%20see%20this%20site&body=https://thedaily.lascatalinascr.com/rare-rhinoceros-beetle-relocated) [Book](https://www.lascatalinascr.com/section/booking) A rare find near Copper & Stone: a Rhinoceros Beetle (*Megasoma elephas*) was recently discovered in town and safely relocated to the nearby tropical dry forest. Known for their impressive horns and size, these beetles are a rarity in the area. ![MicrosoftTeams-image (93)](https://thedaily.lascatalinascr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(93).png?width=720&height=1280&name=MicrosoftTeams-image%20(93).png) What makes this beetle even more fascinating is its life cycle—before reaching adulthood, the rhinoceros beetle larva spends at least two years living inside a log, feeding on decaying wood. The sighting highlights the richness of our local ecosystem and the importance of preserving its natural beauty. ![MicrosoftTeams-image (94)-1](https://thedaily.lascatalinascr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MicrosoftTeams-image%20(94)-1.png?width=1448&height=2573&name=MicrosoftTeams-image%20(94)-1.png)  Thanks to the quick response of our team, this remarkable insect now has a new home within Las Catalinas’ tropical dry forest.  ## See related posts #### Subscribe to The Blog, The Daily, The Newsletter, and more Additionally you will receive our occasional newsletter. Absolute confidentiality. Never SPAM. You can unsubscribe at any time.