Tempest Rhino Beetle (Allomyrina pfeifferi)

  Species Summary: Adult lifespan: 4-6 months Pupa period: 1-2 months. Larva period: 6-10 months Breeding difficulty: 2/10   Species Info: Allomyrina pfeifferi, commonly known as the Tempest Rhino Beetle, is a remarkable beetle species renowned for its substantial size and impressive appearance. Belonging to the family Scarabaeidae, this species is native to various regions of Asia, particularly the rainforests of Malaysia. The adult beetles exhibit a robust body structure with a distinct horn-like projection on the head of males, giving them a characteristic appearance reminiscent of a rhinoceros.Similar to other stag beetles, Allomyrina pfeifferi undergoes a complete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages. The larvae are voracious feeders, primarily consuming decaying organic matter and wood. This species typically spends a considerable portion of its life cycle as larvae, often dwelling within decomposing wood or soil. The duration of the larval st