Insects and beetles: short videos
This page explores various insects and beetles through a series of short videos, each linking to its source. You will learn about the Hercules beetle, which inhabits tropical forests from southern Mexico to Bolivia, and the Goliath beetles, six species found in Africa's tropical forests. The Common Morpho butterfly, living across Central America, Mexico, and Paraguay, is also featured, alongside the monarch butterfly and its notable migration. Additionally, the defense mechanism of the bombardier beetle, which shoots a hot chemical spray with popping sounds, is explained. Finally, the remarkable strength of male dung beetles, capable of pulling over a thousand times their own weight, is highlighted.
6 videos
Species1:00The Hercules Beetle Explained
Venezuela
Species1:01Goliath Beetles of Africa
Cameroon
Species1:04The Common Morpho Butterfly
Costa Rica
Places0:58Monarch Butterfly Migration
Mexico
Species1:29Bombardier Beetle Defense Mechanism
Worldwide
Species1:07Dung Beetles: Nature’s Strongest Recyclers
Worldwide
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