Dynastinae

/daɪˈnæstɪˌni/ noun

Definition

A subfamily of large, powerful beetles within the family Dynastidae, including the famous rhinoceros and Hercules beetles.

Etymology

From Dynastes (genus) + -inae (Latin subfamily suffix). A formal taxonomic classification used in entomology to organize related beetle species.

Kelly Says

Dynastinae contains some of nature's strongest animals by body-weight ratio—the Hercules beetle can fly while carrying loads that would crush most other creatures.

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