Mandibularis Stag Beetle vs Window Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mandibularis Stag Beetle | Window Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hexarthrius mandibularis | Sylvicola fenestralis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Anisopodidae |
| Size | 50-115 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Sumatra, Indonesia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Mandibularis Stag Beetle
One of the largest stag beetles in the world with immense curved mandibles. Glossy black with powerful jaws.
Did You Know?
Males can reach 115mm in total length, making them among the largest stag beetles ever recorded.
Window Gnat
A small, delicate fly with dark-spotted wings often found resting on windows and walls. Larvae develop in fermenting organic matter and tree sap runs.
Did You Know?
Despite being one of the most commonly encountered flies on windows throughout Europe, this species remains largely unstudied and overlooked by entomologists.