Safari Ltd Life Cycle of a Stag Beetle

Safari Ltd Life Cycle of a Stag Beetle  

Whereas the life cycles of many insects are measured in weeks, the stag beetle takes years to develop. Eggs are laid in rotting wood, where larvae grow for six years before becoming pupae. Development speeds at that point, and in a few weeks, the adult stag beetle emerges.  

Characteristics: The most striking characteristic of the adult stag beetle is its massive mandibles. The insect received its name because they resemble the antlers of a stag.  

Size and Colour: The realistic eggs are set in a rotting wood background, giving way to the soft, grub-like pupa. The adult figure measures 3 ½ inches long.  

More Info: Stag beetles are one of the most spectacular insects in the UK. The male €™s large jaws look just like the antlers of a stag. They spend most of their life underground as larvae, only emerging for a few weeks in the summer to find a mate and reproduce. Stag beetles and their larvae are quite harmless and are a joy to watch.  

• Safari Ltd Model 661416  
• Size in cm: 22.73cm x 2.54cm x 19.56cm  
• The Life Cycle of a Stag Beetle is part of the Safariology / Life Cycles collection.  
• All Safari Ltd products are Non-toxic and BPA free.  
• Recommended Age: 3+  
• Contents Cannot Be Purchased Individually.