Bornean Flat-horned Beetle vs Giant Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Flat-horned Beetle | Giant Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gnaphaloryx squalidus | Lucanus elaphus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 20-35 mm | 30-65 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bornean Flat-horned Beetle
A compact stag beetle with a broad, flattened body perfectly adapted for living under bark. It is dark reddish-brown with flattened mandibles and ridged elytra for grip in tight spaces.
Did You Know?
Its extremely flat body allows it to squeeze into crevices less than 5 mm wide between bark and wood.
Giant Stag Beetle
The largest stag beetle in North America with impressive antler-like mandibles. Males use their mandibles in combat over females.
Did You Know?
Their species name 'elaphus' means deer, referring to mandibles that resemble deer antlers.