Hercules beetle (likely female)

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America and the Caribbean, especially humid lowland and montane forest.

Larvae consume decaying wood and organic soil matter. Adults mainly feed on fruit, tree sap, and other plant juices.

Mostly nocturnal and attracted to lights; adults fly strongly and males may wrestle using their horns. Larvae develop in rotting wood for many months to years before pupating.

Harmless to people and not venomous, though its grip and claws can pinch. Larvae help decompose wood and recycle nutrients; adults contribute modestly to forest food webs and pollination.