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Odontolabis lacordairei
A beautiful shining stag beetle from India and Sri Lanka. Features vivid orange and black contrasting coloration with lustrous sheen. Large individuals have curved mandibles that are very impressive to view.
Odontolabis lacordairei is a beautiful shining stag beetle distributed across India, Sri Lanka, and nearby regions. It is marked by a vivid orange-and-black contrast and a strong gloss, and large specimens display greatly curved mandibles that are very impressive. Husbandry uses a small to medium enclosure with fermented substrate for oviposition. Adults are fed insect jelly, and larvae are reared in fermented substrate. Individuals with well-developed mandibles are striking and highly ornamental. Maintaining moderately high humidity and stable temperatures aids care. Its color beauty makes it a popular exotic stag beetle.
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Origin
India, Sri Lanka, and nearby regions
Lifespan
Adult 6mo-1yr
Size
30-85mm
Temperature
22〜27℃
Humidity
60〜80%
Tree sap, beetle jelly
Maintain 22-27°C
Captive record (♂)
88.5 mm
Wild record (♂)
90.3 mm
Record source: BE-KUWA 2025年度版(ラコルダール 飼育88.5mm 2020 / 野外90.3mm)
Notable localities
飼育レコードは BE-KUWA(むし社)のコンテストで毎年更新される。産地・累代(CBF/WF/WD)・サイズで個体価値が大きく変動する。
Generation codes
Sources: BE-KUWA 認定飼育レコード(むし社、2025年度版)
Edited & verified by: br-choku editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Odontolabis lacordairei (Snellen van Vollenhoven, 1861)
Synonyms: Lucanus lacordairei Snellen van Vollenhoven, 1861, Odontolabis signatipennis Möllenkamp, 1906, Odontolabis yasuokai Mizunuma, 1994
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Plant Protection Act: コガネムシ上科(カブトムシ・クワガタムシ・ハナムグリ等)の生きた個体を輸入する際は、外来生物法に基づき輸出国政府機関等が発行する種類名証明書の添付が必要(輸入港は成田・中部・関西・福岡・鹿児島の各空港に限定)。本種自体は特定外来生物ではなく、証明書の添付により輸入可能。
Sources: 環境省 外来生物法「コガネムシ上科に含まれる生きた昆虫を輸入される方へ」 / CITES 附属書(checklist.cites.org)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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Can be raised in fermented mat
Adapts to logs or mat for egg laying
Particularly beautiful ornamental species with orange and black coloration
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Lacordaire Shining Stag is 22〜27℃. Recommended humidity is 60〜80%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Lacordaire Shining Stag is Adult 6mo-1yr. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Lacordaire Shining Stag typically reaches 30-85mm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Lacordaire Shining Stag feeds on: Tree sap, beetle jelly. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Lacordaire Shining Stag varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026