Beetles are the largest group of insects in the world, with over 400,000 species making up roughly 40% of all insects. They undergo one of the most transformational life cycles, transitioning from grubs to adult beetles through complete metamorphosis.
Similar to caterpillars and butterflies, beetles experience a pupae period where they become a dormant cocoon while developing into their mature bodies.
Beetles have one of the most intense mating periods as males and females of many species will fight to the death to earn the right to mate. This ensures the next generation is the product of the strongest and fittest.
Beetles rely on their strong sense of smell to detect potential mates and competitors vying for reproduction.
When same-sex beetles meet, they attempt to defend territory. Once a victor emerges, mating can last several hours.
A beetle's life cycle is known as complete metamorphosis, meaning the adult beetle looks drastically different from previous life stages.
We target all stages of the life cycle to eliminate your beetle problem.
Call (866) 326-2847Adult beetle lifespans vary wildly by species. Some live only a couple weeks before reproducing and dying, while others survive several years. Adding development time, some beetles can live many years as they overwinter during critical stages.
Rhinoceros and Stag Beetles: 3-6 years total
Some species: less than 6 months total
Urbanization, habitat modification, pesticide use, predation, and climate change all significantly impact beetle lifespans.
If beetles are infesting your home or garden, enlist professional pest control experts who know how to treat them properly. EcoGuard Pest Management has licensed beetle control experts who can identify problematic areas and tackle all stages of the life cycle to eliminate adult beetles and grubs effectively.
The time depends entirely on species and development conditions. Some scarab beetles like the Rhinoceros Beetle and Stag Beetle can live for 3-6 years, while other species live less than 6 months.
No, but compared to some insects they may seem like it. Certain species live several years while developing, taking months to years in their larval stage before becoming adults that live another couple years.
Due to their extended lifespan, some beetle species actually make good pets. While most animals live shorter lives in captivity, beetles may offset this by not having to worry about predators or hunger.
