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Giant Stag Beetle

Lucanus elaphus

Photo by LisaPowers
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

2 inch long reddish beetle with large horns (male) and serrations on the legs that help it cling.

Habitat:

Rural back yard attracted by light trap.

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Comments (4)

Thanks Jared! It is quite difficult to get a good picture of these guys that portrays the beauty and power of them.

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