Palawan Stag Beetle vs Spotted Diving Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Palawan Stag Beetle | Spotted Diving Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dorcus titanus palawanicus | Graphoderus cinereus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Dytiscidae |
| Size | 40-110 mm | 13-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Palawan Island, Philippines | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
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.
Spotted Diving Beetle
A medium-sized diving beetle with distinctive mottled brown and cream patterning. It inhabits clean, well-vegetated ponds and lakes across Europe.
Did You Know?
Its camouflage pattern makes it almost invisible against the mottled bottom of weedy ponds.