Prosopocoilus laterlis lorquini

Species Summary:  Adult lifespan: 4-8 months Pupa period: 1 month.  Larva period: Males: 6-8 months, Females 4-6 months. Breeding difficulty: 2/10    Species Info: Prosopocoilus lateralis lorquini, also known as the Lorquini Stag Beetle, is a distinctive beetlenative to Southeast Asia. The Lorquini Stag Beetle is dark reddish-brown with a thin yellow stripe running around its body. It typically reaches a length of 50 to 60 millimeters. Its straight mandibles are a notable feature, setting it apart from other stag beetle species that often have more curved or elaborate mandibles. The mandibles of Prosopocoilus lateralis lorquini are straight, which contributes to its unique appearance. These mandibles are used in combat and during mating displays. This species is found in tropical forests across Southeast Asia. The humid, forestedenvironments provide essential resources, including decaying wood, which is crucial for the development of larvae. In their natural habitat, larvae feed on dec