Cottonwood Stag Beetle vs Predaceous Diving Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cottonwood Stag Beetle | Predaceous Diving Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lucanus mazama | Cybister lateralimarginalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Dytiscidae |
| Size | 22-35 mm | 30-37 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Central and Southern United States | Southern Europe, Africa, Middle East |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cottonwood Stag Beetle
A medium-sized North American stag beetle found near river bottoms. Males have moderately large mandibles.
Did You Know?
They are most commonly found near cottonwood and willow trees along river corridors.
Predaceous Diving Beetle
A large olive-green diving beetle found across southern Europe and Africa. It is a powerful swimmer that hunts a range of aquatic animals.
Did You Know?
In some parts of Asia and Africa, large Cybister species are collected and eaten as a traditional food source.