This item will provide you with 1x Goliathus goliatus larva. 

Goliathus goliatus originates from the jungles of Western Africa. Adult males can get up to 110mm in size, rendering it one of the largest flower beetle in the world. Unlike most beetle species listed on this website, the larvae of this species cannot thrive on flake soil. Instead, they need a high protein diet such as koi food to grow. 

Primarily feeds on koi food. Can also be fed dog or cat food.

Beetle larvae go through 3 different larval phases: L1, L2, and L3. After the L3 stage, the larva pupates to turn into an adult beetle!

Difficulty level: Intermediate 

THIS SPECIES IS NOT NATIVE TO THE U.S. AND IS NOT TO BE RELEASED OUTDOORS!

Shipping Info:

To ensure the safe arrival of adult beetles or larvae, packages are shipped with either a heat pack or cold pack, depending on the prevailing weather conditions in the receiving area. However, if the weather conditions are extreme, excessively cold or hot, the shipment will be withheld until the weather becomes favorable.

Larvae are shipped with adequate substrate that should last for approximately one week. It is advisable to have an adequate supply of substrate ready before their arrival.

Packages are usually sent out on Mondays-Wednesdays. 

Two shipping options are available: Standard(USPS Priority) and Express(UPS Overnight). For Live Arrival Guarantee(LAG), you MUST choose the Express shipping option.

More information on LAG and shipping here

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