Palawan Stag Beetle vs Police Car Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Palawan Stag Beetle | Police Car Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorcus titanus palawanicus | Graphium policenes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 40-110 mm | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Palawan Island, Philippines | West and Central Africa (Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, DRC, Ivory Coast) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Palawan Stag Beetle
The largest subspecies of Dorcus titanus, endemic to Palawan Island. Males can reach exceptional sizes with massive mandibles.
Did You Know?
This subspecies is considered the ultimate prize among stag beetle collectors and breeders.
Police Car Swallowtail
A striking swallowtail butterfly with black wings covered in small pale green spots resembling a police car's livery. It has short hindwing tails and a rapid, darting flight. Common in forest areas throughout its range.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from the black-and-white spotted pattern that was thought to resemble early police vehicles.