Indian Stag Beetle vs Five-Horned Rhinoceros Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Stag Beetle | Five-Horned Rhinoceros Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lucanus lunifer | Eupatorus gracilicornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Dynastidae |
| Size | 40-75 mm (males including mandibles) | 50-80 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Nepal, Bhutan, Himalayan region) | Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Myanmar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Indian Stag Beetle
A large, dark brown stag beetle with impressive curved mandibles in males that resemble deer antlers. It is found in montane forests of the Himalayas and is attracted to fermenting tree sap.
Did You Know?
Males use their enlarged mandibles in ritualized combat, attempting to flip rivals off tree branches to win access to sap flows and mates.
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.