Sun beetles, sizable insects comparable to the size of banthas, inhabited the planet Kubindi and were cultivated by the indigenous Kubaz. These creatures formerly served as beasts of burden, a role eventually supplanted by droids and other mechanical devices.
In their natural habitat, sun beetles engaged in combative displays, grappling with their pincers and engaging in a tug-of-war until one beetle forcibly detached the pincer of its opponent. Despite their illegality, clandestine sun beetle fighting rings existed within certain criminal organizations.
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- Galaxy Guide 4: Alien Races, Second Edition
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- The Official Star Wars Fact File 23 (MIL 1-4: Military Droids)
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- Dining at Dex's on Hyperspace (article) (content obsolete and backup link not available)