| Features: |
Male Stag beetles are about 45-92mm long, while females are
40-60mm long. Both sexes are black and lustrous. Males have
sharp protrusions under their eyes and on the sides of their
head, and a bright elytron capable of reflecting light. Females
have triangular-shaped eyes that are curved on three sides.
Stag beetles have a pair of antler-like mandibles on their
head that is used for defense and is their most distinguishing
characteristic. The female's mandibles are smaller than the
male's. |
| Behavior: |
Stag
beetle grubs feed on wood while adults feed on sap and other
liquids. When defending themselves, they use their antler-like
mandibles to knock enemies down to the ground. Adults emerge
between May and October. They are photokinetic insects and
can be spotted in lit areas. |
| Habitat: |
Stag
beetles can be found in mountainous regions at elevations
below 1500m, as well as on Orchid Island and Green Island. |
| Low-Altitude
Areas>Fauna>Stag
beetle (Odontolabis siva) |
