Discover the exotic Chalcosoma caucasus chiron—an impressive, horned beetle perfect for insect lovers. Easy to care for, fascinating, and ideal for pet keeping!

Bring home one of nature’s most majestic beetles—the Chalcosoma caucasus chiron, also known as the Caucasus beetle, a subspecies of the famous three-horned Chalcosoma caucasus. This rare and beautiful rhinoceros beetle is ideal for exotic pet collectors and beetle-keeping enthusiasts who are looking for a powerful yet peaceful addition to their insect collection.

Below are the full care and husbandry guidelines to ensure your Chalcosoma caucasus chiron thrives in captivity:

🏞️ Living Conditions:

• Enclosure size:

  • For adult beetles, a plastic or glass tank of 30x20x20 cm or larger is recommended.

  • Provide ample floor space for movement and natural behaviors like burrowing and climbing.

• Substrate:

  • Use a 10-15 cm deep substrate of decayed leaf litter, fermented wood, or coconut fiber (eco-earth).

  • Keep the substrate moist but not wet to mimic their natural forest floor environment.

• Humidity & Temperature:

  • Maintain humidity at 70-80%. Mist the enclosure lightly every 1–2 days.

  • Ideal temperature range is 22°C to 27°C (72°F to 81°F).

  • Avoid placing the tank in direct sunlight or near heat sources.

• Ventilation:

  • Use a lid with air holes to provide good ventilation while preventing escapes.

• Decoration & enrichment:

  • Add branches, bark, and hiding places to help the beetle feel secure.

  • Provide a platform or branch for feeding and resting.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Tank Mates:

• Best housed alone:

  • Male Caucasus beetles are highly territorial and aggressive toward other males, especially during breeding season.

  • Females can be kept with males only during supervised breeding; otherwise, separate housing is safer.

  • Not recommended to house with other beetle species.

🍌 Feeding Habits:

• Diet:

  • Feed adults with beetle jelly, ripe fruits (like bananas, apples, and mango), or tree sap substitutes.

  • Beetle jelly is highly recommended as it provides proper nutrients and reduces mess.

• Feeding schedule:

  • Replace food daily or every other day to maintain freshness and avoid mold.

  • Provide food on a raised platform or clean dish to prevent substrate contamination.

🍼 Larvae & Breeding Care:

• Grubs (larvae) require a separate container with deep fermented substrate and organic decayed material.

• Larvae go through 3 instars (growth stages) and take 8–12 months to mature, depending on temperature and food quality.

• Keep larvae in individual containers to avoid cannibalism or overcrowding.

💡 Care Tips:

• Handle with care: Although not dangerous, they are strong and may use their horns defensively.

• Clean enclosure regularly: Spot-clean uneaten food and waste; replace substrate every few months.

• Observe behavior: Males may become more active during breeding months; ensure they are not stressed or dehydrated.