Friday, August 22, 2014

Eastern Hercules Beetle

 
I found this guy crossing the yard in front of the Clubhouse.  This is a Eastern Hercules Beetle.  I have never seen one before today and did some research.  Apparently, it is the largest beetle in the US, growing to 4" long.  This one was about 2.5" long.  Pretty interesting unless you hate bugs!
This is a photo I found online of one up close.