Japanese Flat Stag Beetle
IntermediateDorcus titanus pilifer
Popular stag beetle widely distributed in Japan. Flat body with strong mandibles. Aggressive temperament — may kill females in cohabitation. Grows large on fungus bottles.
Dificuldade
Intermediate
Temperatura
20〜28℃
Expectativa de vida
Adult 1-3 years / Larva 8-12 months
Tamanho
25-75mm
Umidade
60〜80%
Dieta
Jelly (adult) / Fungus bottle or fermented mat (larva)
Sobre
Dorcus curvidens is a stag beetle distributed across Taiwan, southern China, and Southeast Asia, closely related to the Japanese small stag beetle (Dorcus rectus). Adults reach 25–70 mm in body length, tending to grow larger than the Japanese counterpart. The body is a glossy black, and the inner mandible edges bear characteristic saw-like serrations. Captive temperature of 22–28°C is suitable. A medium enclosure with fermented substrate or insect mat is sufficient; egg-laying occurs in hardwood logs or directly in substrate. Larvae develop well in fungal substrate bottles or fermented substrate. Adults eat beetle jelly and live approximately 3–6 months. Its manageable care requirements, ease of breeding, and potential for producing larger specimens than the native Japanese species make it an appealing introductory exotic stag beetle with room to pursue large-specimen breeding goals.
Informações básicas
Origem
Taiwan, southern China, and Southeast Asia
Expectativa de vida
Adult 1-3 years / Larva 8-12 months
Tamanho
25-75mm
Temperatura
20〜28℃
Umidade
60〜80%
Dieta
Jelly (adult) / Fungus bottle or fermented mat (larva)
Guia de Cuidados
Enclosure
Medium case. Be careful of pinching
Pairing
Short cohabitation only. Monitor female safety
Breeding
Set up with both egg-laying wood and fermented mat
Notes
Extremely strong grip. Handle with caution
DomesticStag beetleAggressiveStrong mandibles
FAQ de Japanese Flat Stag Beetle
QQual a dificuldade de manter Japanese Flat Stag Beetle?
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Intermediate. Esta é uma espécie de nível intermediário. Alguma experiência prévia e conhecimento de gestão ambiental são recomendados.
QQual é a temperatura ideal para Japanese Flat Stag Beetle?
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A temperatura ideal para Japanese Flat Stag Beetle é 20〜28℃. A umidade recomendada é 60〜80%. Evite mudanças bruscas de temperatura e mantenha um ambiente estável.
QQual é a expectativa de vida de Japanese Flat Stag Beetle?
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A expectativa de vida média de Japanese Flat Stag Beetle é Adult 1-3 years / Larva 8-12 months. Com cuidados e nutrição adequados, podem viver uma vida longa e saudável.
QQual o tamanho que Japanese Flat Stag Beetle atinge?
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Japanese Flat Stag Beetle normalmente atinge 25-75mm quando adulto. O tamanho pode variar dependendo das condições de cuidado e genética individual.
QO que devo alimentar Japanese Flat Stag Beetle?
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Japanese Flat Stag Beetle se alimenta de: Jelly (adult) / Fungus bottle or fermented mat (larva). Busque uma dieta equilibrada com frequência de alimentação adequada.
QQual é o preço típico de Japanese Flat Stag Beetle?
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O preço de Japanese Flat Stag Beetle varia significativamente dependendo do morfo, tamanho e linhagem. Consulte nossa página de preços de mercado para informações atualizadas.
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