Bornean Flat-horned Beetle

About Bornean Flat-horned Beetle

A compact stag beetle with a broad, flattened body perfectly adapted for living under bark. It is dark reddish-brown with flattened mandibles and ridged elytra for grip in tight spaces.

How to Identify Bornean Flat-horned Beetle

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle (Gnaphaloryx squalidus) belongs to the order Coleoptera, family Lucanidae. Adults typically measure 20-35 mm.

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle Habitat

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle is found in woodlands habitats, particularly across Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia). This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle Diet and Feeding

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle feeds on wood and bark, often boring into timber. Wood-feeding insects contribute to the decomposition of dead trees and nutrient cycling in forest ecosystems.

Where Is Bornean Flat-horned Beetle Found?

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle can be found in Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia), where it inhabits woodlands environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Bornean Flat-horned Beetle Dangerous?

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle is generally harmless to humans. It does not bite or sting and poses no significant health risk. Like most insects, it prefers to avoid human contact and will typically flee rather than confront a perceived threat.

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle Role in Nature

Bornean Flat-horned Beetle is part of the food web as a primary consumer, feeding on plant material. It serves as an important food source for birds, bats, amphibians, and other insectivores, connecting plant energy to higher trophic levels.

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