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Is it possible to breed M. phyllodes in captivity? I know they are carabids and therefore are carnivorous, but I also read that the larvae develop between the fruiting bodies of shelf fungi. I was talking to an entomologist, and while he said he was not familiar with M. phyllodes specifically...

I have read that there are two types of fungi that are typically used to make kinshi for beetles. The king oyster mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii), and turkey-tail (Trametes versicolor) is the other. Which species of fungi are best for which species of stag beetles? Also, should these fungi be grown...

I can't find much information on these beetles, but they look interesting. I caught three yesterday in a rotten log, and I wanted to know if it was possible to breed them. I saw that Lucanus started a thread on these a long time ago, but it looks like he hasn't been on the forum in a while...

I found a couple different types of beetles that I am not familiar with. I was on a trip, and I found these in Scotland Neck, NC if that helps to narrow it down. Here is the first one. I was thinking it might be some sort of darkling beetle.   Here is the second one. I was thinking it looked...

Deilelater physoderus seems to be the prevalent species of bioluminescent click beetle in Texas. Has anyone ever reared this species? I would assume that it would have the same care as a Pyrophorus sp. beetle? I am looking to start a colony as they seem to be the most common member of the tribe...

Does Lucanus elaphus require a hibernation period? I have a male that just eclosed a few days ago after less than a month in his pupa. He seems active, and his exoskeleton has hardened and looks normal (although one of his wings didn't expand properly). Should I put him in the fridge (is that...

Can any type of hardwood be fermented into wood flake substrate for rhino and stag beetles? I found sawdust bricks for sale at Tractor Supply, and I was told they should be primarily composed of oak wood but might also have maple, poplar, or beech in the mixture. Will these be safe for beetle...