Silken Fungus Beetle vs Palawan Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silken Fungus Beetle | Palawan Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptophagus lycoperdi | Dorcus titanus palawanicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cryptophagidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 40-110 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Palawan Island, Philippines |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Silken Fungus Beetle
A tiny beetle found inside puffball fungi and in moldy grain stores. Covered in fine silky hairs. Part of a poorly-known beetle family that feeds on fungal spores and molds.
Did You Know?
So tiny and hidden inside puffball fungi that it is almost never seen despite being common.
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.