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Dorcus hopei binodulosus
The king of Japanese stag beetles. Thick mandibles and jet-black body. Larvae grow large on fungus bottles. Long-lived at 2-3 years.
Dorcus is a large genus of stag beetles in the subfamily Lucaninae, comprising over 100 species distributed primarily across Asia and India, with two species in Europe and two in North America. These beetles inhabit deciduous forests, where larvae develop inside decaying hardwood logs. Males possess powerful, flattened mandibles used in competition for mates and feeding sites, with body lengths ranging from 30–90 mm depending on species. Adults are glossy black and have notably long lifespans of one to three years compared to many other beetles. In captivity, small to medium enclosures with ventilated lids are suitable. Egg-laying occurs inside hardwood logs such as oak, and larvae thrive in fungal substrate bottles, which can produce exceptionally large specimens. Their long adult lifespan and moderate care requirements make Dorcus beetles highly popular among collectors.
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产地
Asia and India primarily, with species also found in Europe and North America
寿命
Adult 2-3 years / Larva ~1 year
体型
25-85mm
温度
18〜25℃
湿度
60〜80%
Jelly (adult) / Fungus bottle (larva)
Small-medium case. Anti-fungus gnat filter recommended
Females lay in egg wood (oak/konara)
Individual fungus bottles 800-1400ml
Cool temps are key to large size. Keep below 25°C
Intermediate. 这是一个中级难度的物种。建议有一定的饲养经验和环境管理知识。
Japanese Giant Stag Beetle的理想温度为18〜25℃。推荐湿度为60〜80%。避免温度骤变,保持稳定的环境。
Japanese Giant Stag Beetle的平均寿命为Adult 2-3 years / Larva ~1 year。通过适当的护理和营养,它们可以长寿健康地生活。
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Japanese Giant Stag Beetle成年后通常可达25-85mm。大小可能因饲养条件和个体遗传而异。
Japanese Giant Stag Beetle的食物为:Jelly (adult) / Fungus bottle (larva)。目标是适当的喂食频率和均衡的饮食。
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