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Cottonwood Stag Beetle

Lucanus mazama

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Coleoptera ›Family: Lucanidae ›Genus: Lucanus

About

Lucanus mazama is a beetle of the family Lucanidae. Its common name is the Cottonwood Stag Beetle. It is considered "scaraboid" but is not necessarily confined to deserts. They are often found in the wood chip ground covering at playgrounds. It is located primarily in the western and southwestern United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cottonwood Stag Beetle?
The scientific name of Cottonwood Stag Beetle is Lucanus mazama.
What kingdom does Cottonwood Stag Beetle belong to?
Cottonwood Stag Beetle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cottonwood Stag Beetle belong to?
Cottonwood Stag Beetle belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Cottonwood Stag Beetle belong to?
Cottonwood Stag Beetle belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Cottonwood Stag Beetle belong to?
Cottonwood Stag Beetle belongs to the order Coleoptera.
What family does Cottonwood Stag Beetle belong to?
Cottonwood Stag Beetle belongs to the family Lucanidae.
What genus does Cottonwood Stag Beetle belong to?
Cottonwood Stag Beetle belongs to the genus Lucanus.