not a complete list
Aesalinae
Figulinae
Lampriminae
Lucaninae
Nicaginae
Penichrolucaninae
Syndesinae
Stag beetles are a group of about 1,200 species of beetle in the family Lucanidae. The most well-known species is the Lucanus cervus, a large beetle found in much of Europe, which is commonly referred to as the stag beetle. Some species grow to 8 cm (3ΒΌ in), but usually they are about 5 cm (2 in).
The name is derived from the large and distinctive mandibles found on the males, which are used in much the same way as the antlers on stags are between males competing for mates. Carolus Linnaeus named the best-known species Lucanus cervus. Pliny the Elder noted that Nigidius called the stag beetle lucani after the Italian region of Lucania where they were used as amulets.
Male stag beetles are not aggressive and will only attack when they feel threatened or for food and during the mating seasons. On occasion they will contend with another male for a mate, using their mandibles to wrestle each other. Stag beetle are sometimes used in the Chinese sport of insect fighting.
Female stag beetles are not as large or strong as male stag beetles. Their pincers are small and short (although they can still inflict a painful bite), with some species taking the appearance of rhinoceros beetles.
Subfamily Figulinae
Subfamily Lampriminae
Subfamily Penichrolucaninae
Subfamily Syndesinae