Hercules Beetle Enamel Pin (Dynastes hercules) Real Domestic Dog - Dalmatian Skull and a strong tail

and a strong tail

This earthy slice of banded agate is especially striking when held up to the light

and 2 Vertebrae

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Hercules Beetle Enamel Pin (Dynastes hercules) Real Domestic Dog - Dalmatian Skull and a strong tailIn the beetle world, Dynastes hercules is less gentleman insect and more armored forklift with wings. Native to Central and South America, males sport a massive pincer like horn that can be longer than their entire body, perfect for flipping rivals off branches in dramatic fashion. Theyre also record holders in the insect strength department, capable of hauling 850 times their own weightif you could do that, youd be casually carrying around a school