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S1E4
The Longstanding Tradition of Beetle Battles in Thailand
May 28, 2025
In Northern Thailand, the longstanding tradition of beetle fights is a fascinating spectacle. Ummat Somjee befriends local beetle fighters to understand how locals have raised these beetles to fight for sport. In order to raise strong beetles, and get them to fight, the Thai locals pay close attention to the Rhinoceros Beetleās behavior, diet, and natural habitat.