Grant's Hercules Beetle vs Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grant's Hercules Beetle | Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dynastes granti | Platydracus cinnamopterus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 40-80 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Northern Mexico | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Grant's Hercules Beetle
A large rhinoceros beetle from the American Southwest with mottled elytra. Males have a prominent horn used in territorial disputes.
Did You Know?
They are attracted to lights at night and sometimes startle homeowners with their impressive size.
Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle
A robust rove beetle with cinnamon-brown elytra and a black head. It is commonly found under bark and in forest leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Males have enlarged mandibles used in combat with rivals over territory and mates.