Rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) cuticular hydrocarbons contain information about body size and sex.

Japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) males have exaggerated horns that are used to compete for territories. Larger males with larger horns tend to win these competitions, giving them access to females. Agonistic interactions include what appears to be assessment and often end without escalating to physical combat.