Elephant Stag Beetle, Lucanus elaphus
Now you might be thinking, "ah yes, elaphus, for elephant!" BUT NO! Elaphus is Greek for deer, which is extremely fitting for this guy. He really seems to be sporting some fancy antlers, which they similarly use to grapple with other males!
Elephant Stag Beetle, Lucanus elaphus
Now you might be thinking, "ah yes, elaphus, for elephant!" BUT NO! Elaphus is Greek for deer, which is extremely fitting for this guy. He really seems to be sporting some fancy antlers, which they similarly use to grapple with other males!