Stag beetle - Wikipedia
Stag beetles are a family of about 1,200 species of beetles in the family Lucanidae, currently classified in four subfamilies. [1] Some species grow to over 12 centimetres (4 + 1 ⁄ 2 inches), but most to about 5 cm (2 in).
Lucanus cervus - Wikipedia
Lucanus cervus, known as the European stag beetle, or the greater stag beetle, is one of the best-known species of stag beetle (family Lucanidae) in Western Europe, and is the eponymous example of the genus. L. cervus is listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Giant Stag Beetle (Lucanus elaphus) - Insect Identification
Jan 3, 2022 · Giant Stag Beetles drink leaking tree sap as well as the sticky, sweet honeydew secreted by aphids found on plant stems. They can be found on or around oak trees, rotting tree stumps and logs. Females lay fertilized eggs in decomposing logs and tree trunks.
Stag beetle | Larvae, Lucanidae, Beetles | Britannica
stag beetle, (family Lucanidae), any of some 900 species of beetles (insect order Coleoptera) in which the mandibles (jaws) are greatly developed in the male and resemble the antlers of a stag. In many species the elaborately branched and toothed …
World's most expensive insect 'Stag beetle': All you need to know
Jul 9, 2024 · The stag beetle, a magnificent creature with impressive antlers, holds a surprising title: the world's most expensive insect. But how did this fascinating beetle go from forest dweller to a luxury item?
Stag beetle facts for kids! - National Geographic Kids
Stag beetle facts. Scientific name: Lucanus cervus. Family name: Lucanidae. Classification: Insect. Body length: 3.5-7.5cm. Diet: Decaying wood and tree sap. Predators: Bats, birds, and insect-eating mammals. Habitat: Woodland (especially oak woods), parks and gardens. Range: Southern and central Europe.
Unique Stag Beetles from Around the World: A Complete Guide
Dec 8, 2022 · Stag beetles (Lucanus Cervus) are a big family of large beetles known for their huge mandibles. Their mandibles look like the antlers of a stag, which is where they get their names from. Most varieties of stag beetles usually look …
Stag Beetle: How to Identify and Conserve and Protect Them - Planet Natural
Dec 9, 2023 · A stag beetle (Lucanus cervus) is a type of insect belonging to the family Lucanidae, encompassing over a thousand species worldwide. These beetles are easily identifiable by their large size and the distinct, antler-like jaws found on males, which are used for combat with other males during the mating season.
Australia boasts some of the world’s most stunning beetles. Look …
1 day ago · 2. Stag beetles. The larvae of stag beetles (from the family Lucanidae) feed on decaying wood – breaking down tough, fibrous material and returning essential nutrients to the soil.
Family Lucanidae - Stag Beetles - BugGuide.Net
Jun 30, 2023 · Identification. Medium to large, usually brownish or black beetles. Males of some species have spectacular jaws. Summary of family characteristics: antennae 10-segmented, last 3-7 variously enlarged, often forming a club, geniculate in …