Daimyo Oak Stag Beetle vs Long-horned Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Daimyo Oak Stag Beetle | Long-horned Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorcus curvidens | Eucera longicornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Apidae |
| Size | 25-60 mm | 13-16 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Daimyo Oak Stag Beetle
Known as 'daimyo-o-kuwagata,' a large stag beetle found in Japan and Korea. Males have impressively curved mandibles. The species name 'curvidens' refers to the curved teeth on the mandibles.
Did You Know?
The 'daimyo' in its name refers to feudal Japanese lords, reflecting the beetle's powerful and lordly appearance with its curved mandibles.
Long-horned Bee
Males are unmistakable with their extraordinarily long antennae, nearly as long as the body. It nests in the ground in warm, sunny grasslands.
Did You Know?
The male's enormously long antennae are thought to help detect female pheromones at greater distances.