Titanus giganteus hides in the rainforests of South America and is capable of snapping attackers with its jaws or tearing their flesh if provoked.The male does not feed throughout its adult life and uses all its energy flying for just long enough to find a mate
Titanus giganteus is the world's largest beetle but is one of the most mysterious creatures on the planet. The Titan beetle can grow up to seven inches long and has a jaw so strong that it can snap a wooden pencil in two
The beetle defends itself by hissing in warning and then use its huge jaws to bit attackers. It also has incredibly strong legs and sharp claws that can tear animal and human flesh, but does not attack unless provoked
The male beetle (pictured) does not feed throughout its adult life but needs energy to fly. This energy comes from the reserves it gathered in its pupa stage and is used to fly just long enough to find a mate
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