How difficult is it to keep Miyama Stag Beetle?

Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.

What is the ideal temperature for Miyama Stag Beetle?

The ideal temperature for Miyama Stag Beetle is 15〜22℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Miyama Stag Beetle?

The average lifespan of Miyama Stag Beetle is Adult 2-3 months. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Miyama Stag Beetle get?

Miyama Stag Beetle typically reaches Up to 75mm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Miyama Stag Beetle?

Miyama Stag Beetle feeds on: Beetle jelly. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Miyama Stag Beetle?

The price of Miyama Stag Beetle varies significantly depending on bloodline, size, captive-bred generation, and sex. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Miyama Stag Beetle

Advanced

Lucanus maculifemoratus

Beautiful stag beetle from Japanese mountains. Crown-like head protrusion is distinctive. Requires cool temperatures for keeping.

Difficulty

Advanced

Temperature

15〜22℃

Lifespan

Adult 2-3 months

Size

Up to 75mm

Humidity

60〜80%

Diet

Beetle jelly

About

Lucanus maculifemoratus, the miyama stag beetle, inhabits mountainous forests of Japan at elevations above approximately 400 meters, with a range extending from Hokkaido to Kyushu. It is distinguished by prominent ear-like projections on the head and highly variable mandible forms, classified into base-tooth, Fuji-mountain, and water-buffalo types. Adults reach 35–75 mm in length and display brownish to dark brown coloration with distinctive yellow hairs near the leg bases. Egg-laying occurs in hardwood logs or fermented substrate. Revered as a symbol of the Japanese summer mountains, the miyama stag beetle's unique head projections and imposing size make it a beloved and sought-after native species.

Lifespan of the Miyama Stag Beetle

The Miyama Stag Beetle lives Adult 2-3 months.

Adult lifespan is 2–3 months, which is brief even by stag beetle standards.

Size of the Miyama Stag Beetle

The Miyama Stag Beetle grows to Up to 75mm.

Temperature & humidity for the Miyama Stag Beetle

The ideal temperature for the Miyama Stag Beetle is 15〜22℃.

As an alpine species, it is extremely sensitive to high temperatures; captive husbandry requires strict temperature management at 15–22°C, typically necessitating a dedicated insect cooling unit.

Basic Info

Origin

mountainous regions of Japan, from Hokkaido to Kyushu

Lifespan

Adult 2-3 months

Care Specifications

AggressiveSolitaryBreeding: Hard

Sources: Wikipedia — Miyama Stag Beetle (JA)

Captive Breeding

Egg-laying

Breeding season: Early summer to summer (adult active season)

Breeding notes

Females lay eggs in fermented wood or substrate; hatched larvae are reared in fermented mat or fungal (mycelium) bottles. After eclosion, adults require several months of dormancy before they are ready to breed.

Breeding requires planning, proper husbandry, and responsibility. These figures are general guidelines.

Sources: Wikipedia — Lucanus maculifemoratus (JA)

Breeding Records & Localities

Captive record (♂)

80.8 mm

Wild record (♂)

78.6 mm

Record source: BE-KUWA 2025 edition (Miyama - Captive 80.8mm Akira Hatanaka 2023 / Wild 78.6mm)

Notable localities

HokkaidoHonshuShikokuKyushu

Japanese species. Characterized by crown-shaped head protrusions. Prefers cool-temperature captive care. Captive-breeding records are updated annually through BE-KUWA (Mushi-sha) contests. Individual value fluctuates significantly based on locality, generation (CBF/WF/WD), and size.

Generation codes

WD: Wild-caught
WF1: Offspring of a wild-caught female
F1〜: Captive generations (same locality)
CBF1: Cross-locality captive-bred (reset)

Sources: BE-KUWA Certified Breeding Records (Mushi-sha, FY2025 edition, JA)

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Lucanus maculifemoratus Motschulsky, 1861

Authority databases: GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listed

Plant Protection Act: When importing live specimens of Scarabaeoidea (including rhinoceros beetles, stag beetles, flower beetles, etc.), a species identification certificate issued by the exporting country government agency or equivalent must be attached in accordance with the Invasive Species Act (import ports are limited to Narita, Chubu, Kansai, Fukuoka, and Kagoshima airports). This species itself is not a designated invasive species, and import is possible upon submission of the certificate.

Sources: Ministry of the Environment, Invasive Species Act: "Guidance for Those Importing Live Insects in Scarabaeoidea" / CITES Appendix (checklist.cites.org)

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.