Bug FAQLittle Stag Beetle
Dorcus rectus · Order: Coleoptera · Family: Lucanidae
The Little Stag Beetle has a distinctive red shell that sets it apart from similar species. It is found in parts of East Asia, specifically Liaoning province in China, Korea, Japan, and Russia.
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How to recognize it
Its shell is red, which helps differentiate it from Dorcus curvidens.
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Where it lives
It lives in China (Liaoning), Korea, Japan, and Russia.
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Where it comes from
Its native range includes China (Liaoning), Korea, Japan, and Russia.
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Lookalikes
It can be mistaken for Dorcus curvidens, but the red shell distinguishes it.
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Questions people ask
How can I tell a Little Stag Beetle apart from similar beetles?
Look for the red shell; Dorcus curvidens lacks this coloration.
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Where is the Little Stag Beetle found?
It occurs in Liaoning province of China, as well as in Korea, Japan, and Russia.
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Same family (Lucanidae)
Sources
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorcus_rectus
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