Bug Identifier
Golden stag beetle (likely)
Community identification

Golden stag beetle (likely)

Lamprima aurata

Order & Family
Coleoptera; Lucanidae (stag beetles)
Size
About 25–45 mm, excluding mandibles; males are larger.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Forests and woodland, especially around decaying logs; native to Australia, not Korea.

Diet & Feeding

Adults consume tree sap, nectar, and fruit juices; larvae feed on decaying wood.

Behavior Patterns

Males use enlarged mandibles in contests for females. Adults are mainly active in warm weather, including late summer, and are attracted to lights.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to people; larvae help decompose dead wood. The identification conflicts with the stated Korean location: this distinctive orange-and-black species is Australian and is not expected as a wild Korean insect, so an imported or captive specimen, mislocated capture, or a similar species should be considered.