Five-Horned Rhinoceros Beetle vs Stag Beetle of Rhodes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Five-Horned Rhinoceros Beetle | Stag Beetle of Rhodes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupatorus gracilicornis | Dorcus rhodensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dynastidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 50-80 mm | 2-4 cm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Myanmar | Greece |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Endangered |
Five-Horned Rhinoceros Beetle
A striking rhinoceros beetle with four thoracic horns and one cephalic horn. Its velvety black and golden-brown coloring makes it unmistakable.
Did You Know?
Despite having five horns, only the single head horn is used in combat with rival males.
Stag Beetle of Rhodes
A stag beetle endemic to the Greek island of Rhodes. Males have large mandibles used in combat over mates.
Did You Know?
This species is found nowhere else on Earth except on the single island of Rhodes.