Meet Hemi the Huhu Grub, or Huhu Beetle larva in English, a charming plush friend from the forests of Aotearoa New Zealand. This soft toy captures the essence of one of New Zealand’s most fascinating native insects, with its distinctive segmented body.
Crafted with quality materials, Hemi features soft white textured plush that replicates the grub’s creamy appearance, complete with a golden-orange head and tiny stubby legs. The careful attention to detail extends to the segmented body design and expressive black eyes that children and collectors alike will appreciate.
The Huhu Grub is a remarkable native of New Zealand’s woodland areas, known for being the larval stage of one of New Zealand’s largest beetles. Unlike typical grubs, Huhu larvae can live for up to three years inside dead or decaying wood, using their powerful jaws to create their homes. These fascinating creatures spend most of their lives in this larval form before transforming into the adult Huhu Beetle. They’ve earned cultural significance in New Zealand, with some people even considering them a delicacy said to taste similar to peanut butter!
Part of the New Zealand native wild animal collection, Hemi makes a wonderful companion to Kiri the Kororā, Kevin the Kea, and Kimi the Kiwi. Perfect for little adventurers, the young at heart, and anyone who cherishes New Zealand’s enchanting wildlife.
Please note:
Not suitable for children under 3 years.
