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Longhorn Beetle
March 27, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Fixed 2 broken wikilinks: overview -> crimson-desert, weapons-equipment -> weapons
Longhorn Beetle is an insect-type gatherable in Crimson Desert. It is one of the crafting materials used as an alchemy ingredient for brewing elixirs and crafting dyes through the dye system. Longhorn Beetle is caught through the insect-catching gathering system while exploring Pywel.

Property | Value |
|---|---|
Category | |
Subcategory | Insects and Arthropods |
Description | Recognizable by its long antennae |
Source | Caught in the wild |
Use | Alchemy, elixir crafting, dye production |
Longhorn Beetle is caught through the insect-catching mechanic while exploring the world. Found on tree trunks and dead wood in forested areas. Approach slowly and interact to catch it before it escapes.
Found on tree trunks and dead wood in forested areas.
Use the insect-catching interaction when close enough to the creature.
Insects respawn over time at the same locations.
Alchemy ingredient for brewing elixirs at cauldron stations.
Dye crafting for coloring equipment through the dye system.
May serve as a component in specific alchemy recipes alongside mushrooms and herbs and Empty Bottles.
Check dead trees and fallen logs for Longhorn Beetles. Their long antennae make them distinctive.
Collect all insects you encounter. Different alchemy recipes require specific insect types.
Combine insect gathering with herb and flower collection for efficient alchemy material runs.