Fujian Flat Stag Beetle vs Rothschild's Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fujian Flat Stag Beetle | Rothschild's Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorcus montivagus | Madecassia rothschildi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 20-35 mm | 30-45 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Fujian Flat Stag Beetle
A sleek, flat-bodied stag beetle found in Japan and Korea that specializes in living under bark. Its flattened body allows it to squeeze into tight spaces between bark and wood.
Did You Know?
This beetle's extremely flat body is an adaptation for living in the narrow space between bark and wood, where it is protected from most predators.
Rothschild's Jewel Beetle
A magnificent jewel beetle with metallic green and copper elytra adorned with intricate patterns. It is one of the most prized Malagasy buprestids among collectors.
Did You Know?
Named after the Rothschild family, famous patrons of natural history, this beetle's iridescent shell retains its color indefinitely after death.