Insect Encyclopedia — 75 Species Directory
Encyclopedia of popular beetles and stag beetles with care guides, traits, and breeding methods.
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Dead Leaf Mantis
Deroplatys desiccata
Large mantis from Southeast Asia mimicking dead leaves. Brown body perfectly resembles a real dried leaf. Often motionless — among the best camouflage in the insect world.
Didier's Stag Beetle
Rhaetulus didieri
A species of Rhaetulus stag beetle distributed in Vietnam and southern China. Features uniquely shaped mandibles reminiscent of deer antlers, with a black glossy body. Relatively easy to handle and popular as an entry-level exotic stag beetle.
Leaf Insect
Phyllium sp.
Master of camouflage resembling a leaf. From Southeast Asia. Flat green body looks like a real leaf. Quiet with minimal movement — great for observation. Eats plant leaves, no live prey needed.
Rhaetulus Stag Beetle Gigas
Rhaetulus crenatus gigas
A stag beetle from Southeast Asia belonging to the Rhaetulus genus. The uniquely shaped mandibles extending like horns evoke deer antlers, which is the origin of its name. The gigas subspecies tends to grow particularly large and impressive.
Sabii Beetle
Allomyrina pfeifferi
A beetle from Southeast Asia whose rusty (sabi) body color is the origin of its name. Same genus as the Japanese rhinoceros beetle, sharing similar keeping methods, making it an easy-to-keep exotic beetle even for beginners. Horn shape is similar to the Japanese species.
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Insect FAQ
- How much do beetles cost?
- Japanese rhinoceros beetles cost 300-1,000 yen, giant stag beetles 2,000-30,000 yen, and Hercules beetles 5,000-50,000+ yen depending on species and size.
- Can beginners start keeping insects?
- Japanese rhinoceros beetles and saw stag beetles are easy to keep and great for beginners. A basic container and beetle jelly from a 100-yen shop is all you need to start.
- How long do beetles live?
- Adult rhinoceros beetles live 2-3 months, saw stag beetles 3-6 months. Giant stag beetles can live 2-5 years as adults, offering years of enjoyment.
- What are the benefits of raising larvae?
- Larvae are cheaper than adults and you get to experience the thrill of eclosion. Raising large specimens using fungus bottles or substrate is rewarding and educational.
- What should I check when buying insects?
- Check that tarsi (feet) are intact, the insect is active, and there are no mites. Choose specimens with documented size and lineage information.