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Xyloryctes Beetle

Only a male Rhinoceros beetle has the large horn on its head.

That horn gives this insect its common name.

He may use the horn to fight with other male beetles.

Why do you think the rhinoceros beetle is put under the letter "X?"

This is because scientists call this beetle Xyloryctes (pronounced: Zi-lore-ick-teez).

What a funny name!