Whirligig Diving Beetle vs Philippine Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Whirligig Diving Beetle | Philippine Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrogyrus oblongus | Cyclommatus elaphus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Gyrinidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 50-110 mm including mandibles |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Mindanao, Leyte) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Whirligig Diving Beetle
A large whirligig beetle that spins on the water surface of African rivers.
Did You Know?
Its divided compound eyes allow it to see above and below water simultaneously.
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.