Philippine Stag Beetle vs Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Philippine Stag Beetle | Fluted Cape Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyclommatus elaphus | Colophon primosi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 50-110 mm including mandibles | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Mindanao, Leyte) | South Africa |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Endangered |
Philippine Stag Beetle
A striking stag beetle with enormously elongated curved mandibles in males that can exceed the body length. The body has a coppery to dark brown metallic sheen with amber-tinged elytra.
Did You Know?
The mandibles of large males are so long and curved that they are nearly useless for actual combat and serve primarily as visual displays.
Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
A small, flightless, dark brown stag beetle restricted to a single mountain in the Cape region of South Africa. Males have short, broad mandibles with a single inner tooth. It is threatened by illegal collecting and climate change.
Did You Know?
Illegal collecting of Colophon species for the lucrative insect trade has led to CITES protection for the entire genus.