What kind of beetle is this?

[krikinit]

Friends cat was playing with this! Ive never seen one like this here in California. Thought i would share. Spined Wood-borer i think.

 

[JoXie411]

Is it a California root borer??

 

[krikinit]

Is it a California root borer??

Looks like it. Its a big beetle for sure.

 

[JoXie411]

Looks like it. Its a big beetle for sure.

Nice if that was at my house my husband would be scream for me to save him

 

[Thatwizard420]

Looks like a tasty treat.

 

[krikinit]

Kiki Meow thought so!!