Stag Beetle
Stag beetles are a group of about 1,200 species of beetle in the family Lucanidae, presently classified in four subfamilies Some species grow up to over 12 cm (4.8 in), but most are about 5 cm (2 in).
Read more about Stag Beetle: Overview, Antler Allometry, Taxonomy
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