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How much do African goliath beetles weigh?

Adult African goliath beetles have stout, oval-shaped bodies and generally weigh about 40–60 grams (1.4–2.1 ounces). They have a length of up to 100–110 mm (3.9–4.3 inches). Notably, they are nearly twice as heavy in their larval stage. The underground grubs weigh 80–100 grams (2.8–3.5 ounces) and can have a body length of 114–150 mm (4.5–5.9 inches). They are one of the heaviest insects on Earth.