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BESS BEETLE FACTS |
Identification
Aulacocyclus edentulus is a shiny dark brown or black beetle. The body is elongated with parallel sides and a distinct waist between the thorax and the wing covers. The wing covers are ribbed with parallel groove running along the length. The head has a small horn. The beetles make a chirping noise when disturbed.
Other Names
Passalid beetle
Size
adult length 40mm
Habitat
Adult beetles and larvae are usually found in groups inside rotten wood.
Food
Adult beetles and larvae feed on rotten wood.
Breeding
The eggs hatch into grubs that resemble Scarab beetle larvae, but are not c-shaped. The grubs remain hidden amongst rotting wood.
Classification
| Class: | Insecta | | Order: | Coleoptera | | Family: | Passalidae | | Genus: | Aulacocyclus | | Species: | edentulus | | Common Name: | Bess beetle |
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