There’s something lurking on the outskirts of Colorado Springs that causes drivers to slam on their brakes, rub their eyes, and wonder if the altitude has finally gotten to them – a colossal black and green beetle with horns that could intimidate a bull and legs sturdy enough to support a creature from your wildest entomological nightmares.
Meet Herkimer, the world’s largest beetle, Colorado’s most unexpected roadside celebrity.
In a state where natural wonders typically steal the spotlight, this massive insect sculpture has carved out its own special place in Colorado’s quirky attraction hall of fame.
You haven’t truly experienced the Centennial State until you’ve stood beneath the impressive mandibles of this oversized arthropod, contemplating the wonderful weirdness of American roadside culture…