Stilt-legged Fly vs Mandibularis Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stilt-legged Fly | Mandibularis Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rainieria antennaepes | Hexarthrius mandibularis |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Micropezidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 50-115 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Sumatra, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Stilt-legged Fly
A slender fly with banded legs that it waves to mimic parasitoid wasp antennae.
Did You Know?
It waves its front legs continuously to resemble an ichneumon wasp walking on four legs.
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.