2024-07-09 05:54:27
LondonPeople around the world adopt many methods to kill insects from their homes, but there is one insect that people not only want to keep in their homes but also buy at a high price. The name of this insect is Stag Beetle and it is one of the most expensive insects in the world. The price of a stag beetle is up to Rs 75 lakh. The specialty of stag beetles makes them so expensive. They are quite rare and are also used in medicines. At the same time, people also consider it a lucky charm. Many people believe that keeping a stag beetle at home can make you rich overnight. In such a situation, people are ready to buy it at any cost. A research published in the Scientific Data Journal states that these insects are representatives of the important Saproxylic group in the forest ecosystem. According to the Natural History Museum in London, the weight of a stag beetle is between 2 to 6 grams and their average lifespan is 3 to 7 years. Male stag beetles are 35-75 mm long and females are 30-50 mm long. They are known for their elongated jaws and male polymorphism.
Where can one find stag beetles?
Stag beetles thrive in warm, tropical environments and are sensitive to cold temperatures. They naturally live in woodlands, but can also be found in hedgerows, traditional orchards and urban areas such as parks and gardens where dry wood is plentiful. Stag beetle larvae feed on dead wood, using their sharp jaws to scrape splinters from the fibrous surface. Since they exclusively eat dead wood, stag beetles pose no threat to living trees or shrubs. This makes them good for healthy vegetation.
The stag beetle derives its name from the distinctive jaws found on the male beetle, which resemble deer antlers. Male stag beetles use their distinctive, horn-like jaws to fight each other for the opportunity to mate with females during breeding season. The combination of stag beetles’ rarity, ecological importance, and cultural beliefs make them highly valuable, fetching millions in the market.