安泰大锹 Antaeus Stag Beetle
Dorcus antaeus · Coleoptera · 锹甲科 · IUCN: LC
The Antaeus Stag Beetle (Dorcus antaeus) is a remarkable beetle distinguished by its massive, heavily built body with enormous curved mandibles resembling antlers. This species inhabits primary forests with large-diameter decaying hardwoods, where it one of the largest stag beetles, males use mandibles to flip rivals. As a member of the Lucanidae (锹甲科), it represents an important component of its ecosystem, contributing to the intricate web of interactions that sustain biodiversity in its native range.
- 体长 Size
- 20-50 mm
- 分布 Distribution
- China
- 生境 Habitat
- Forest
- 活跃季节 Season
- May - Sep
- 保护级别 Conservation
- LC
- 中国特有 Endemic
- 否 No