Spread-antler Stag Beetle

About Spread-antler Stag Beetle

A large Himalayan stag beetle with widely spread mandibles in major males. Body color ranges from black to deep brown.

How to Identify Spread-antler Stag Beetle

Spread-antler Stag Beetle (Odontolabis siva) belongs to the order Coleoptera, family Lucanidae. Adults typically measure 35-90 mm.

Spread-antler Stag Beetle Habitat

Spread-antler Stag Beetle is found in mountains habitats, particularly across India, Nepal, Myanmar, China. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Spread-antler Stag Beetle Diet and Feeding

Spread-antler Stag Beetle feeds on plant sap by piercing stems and leaves with specialised mouthparts. Sap feeders extract nutrients directly from the plant's vascular system.

Where Is Spread-antler Stag Beetle Found?

Spread-antler Stag Beetle can be found in India, Nepal, Myanmar, China, where it inhabits mountains environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Spread-antler Stag Beetle Dangerous?

Spread-antler Stag 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.

Spread-antler Stag Beetle Role in Nature

Spread-antler Stag 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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