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.
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- SKU EDU256
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Additional Information
- Scientific name - Lucanus cervus
- 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 9cm long
- Non-toxic and BPA free
- Recommended age - 3+
