Beetle Life Cycle Stages

Beetles undergo complete metamorphosis in four distinct stages. It starts when eggs

hatch into larvae, those worm-like grubs you find in soil or wood. Larvae spend weeks

or months eating and growing, molting several times. Then comes the pupal

stage where the magic happens. Inside this protective case, the larva completely

transforms its body structure. After days to months depending on species, an adult beetle

emerges with hard wings and exoskeleton. This entire process can take anywhere from a few weeks

to several years based on the beetle type.