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Introduction to the species of unicorn

2021-08-15 / 1047 Read

The unicornus, scientific name of the double-pronged rhinoceros beetle, also known as a worm, its larvae are also known as a chicken female [grub], with a large and mighty body. Unicorns are common in some parts of China, and large numbers may harm forests. In terms of use, unicorns can be used for ornamental purposes, are common pets, and have high medicinal value. In 2008, researchers found that unicorns change color under different conditions, which has implications for the study of smart materials.

Introduction

Unicorn

Unicorns are in some The place is a common large beetle, such as Taiwan. It is the largest type of beetle in Taiwan. For Insecta - Coleoptera - Rhinoceros beetles. Unicorns are beneficial insects and can also be pests. Appropriate amounts will not cause forest damage; and if the number is too large, adults will cause serious damage to trees. The unicorn is famous for its majestic and powerful single horn. Because of its bifurcation at the top of its horn, it is scientifically known as the double-forked rhinoceros beetle in China, commonly known as the unicorn.

Chinese name: two-forked rhinoceros beetle

Latin name: Allomyrina dichotoma

Alternative names: unicorn, worm, etc.

Binomial: Allomyrina dichotoma Linnaeus

Kingdom: Animalia

Door: Arthropoda

Class: Insecta

Order : Coleoptera

Family: Scarabaeidae

Subfamily: Dynastinae

Genus: Allomyrina

Species: A. dichotoma

Distribution: China, Korea, Japan, etc.

Synonym: Trypoxylus dichotomus