Scarce Stag Beetle vs Pacific Dampwood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarce Stag Beetle | Pacific Dampwood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platycerus caraboides | Zootermopsis laticeps |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Lucanidae | Archotermopsidae |
| Size | 9-13mm | 12-18mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarce Stag Beetle
A small metallic blue-black stag beetle with modest mandibles. It develops in red-rotten beech wood.
Did You Know?
Despite being called scarce it is actually fairly common but overlooked due to its small size and dark coloring.
Pacific Dampwood Termite
A large termite with soldiers that have broad flattened heads and strong mandibles. It inhabits damp rotting wood in forests. Colonies are relatively small, typically under 4,000 individuals.
Did You Know?
Soldiers vibrate their heads against tunnel walls to create alarm signals that warn the colony of danger.