Damage linked to the palm tree-killing coconut rhinoceros beetle has become more obvious in urban Hono­lulu, according to city officials.

The problem of the coconut rhinoceros beetle has vexed scientists and agriculturalists across the Pacific for more than a decade. “It’s a tough one,” said Aubrey Moore, a professor of ...

It appears Guam’s rhino beetles are a unique breed. A virus that has helped control previous infestations of rhino beetles in other islands doesn’t affect the ones found here, according to ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii County is ramping up efforts to stop the spread of the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB), committing additional funding and equipment to combat the growing threat.

Rhinoceros beetles are one of the most popular large beetle species. It’s relatively easy to care for these fascinating and visually appealing insects. Their owners love them because of their ey ...

Beginning Thursday, June 5, a variety of free musical performances will be featured at Foster, Ho‘omaluhia and Wahiawā botanical gardens. Concerts will range from blues to bagpipes, island jams ...

HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) - The County of Hawaii has ramped up its investment to stop the spread of the coconut rhinoceros beetle as treatment efforts continue. The county awarded the Big Island ...

The ocean has been slowly eating away at the Kaʻaʻawa Beach shoreline for years, but the Hawaiʻi DOT is preparing to build a rock wall about 400 feet long and 15.5 feet wide to keep the highway ...

The war against the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle continues to rage on, with the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) spearheading the charge. Efforts to curb the spread of the ...

There is also thriving illegal trade in insects. For avid collectors, trophies and the exotic pet trade a wide array of insects have been seized over the years including rhino beetles into Japan, ...