Community identification
Atlas Stag Beetle (relative of the Golden Stag Beetle)
Lamprima adolphinae
- Order & Family
- Order: Coleoptera, Family: Lucanidae
- Size
- Males are typically 25 to 55 mm in length; females are smaller.
Natural Habitat
Humid tropical and montane rainforests, particularly common in parts of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.
Diet & Feeding
Adults feed on tree sap and rotting fruit; larvae consume decaying wood in moist soil.
Behavior Patterns
Males use their large, upward-curving mandibles to fight rivals for mating rights. They are well-known for their metallic, iridescent coloration which varies from gold to green or bronze.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans; they benefit the ecosystem by helping decompose dead wood into nutrient-rich soil. They are also highly valued in the pet trade and by insect collectors.