CarrochaLucanus cervus

The individuals of this species are shiny, with a brownish/reddish color, a black head and thorax and a brownish abdomen and mandibles, with antennae made up of four segments. The male is larger and has large, pincer-like mandibles.

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Protected Species

Flying Season June - July

Dimension Male: 2.7 to 5.3 cm | Female: 2.6 to 4.1 cm

Habitat Deciduous woodlands and forests, riparian galleries, mosaic areas (lowland meadows, crops and scattered woodlands), gardens and parks with old deciduous trees (oak and chestnut)

Carrocha  ©Avelino Vieira

Carrocha ©Avelino Vieira

Carrocha  ©Avelino Vieira

Carrocha ©Avelino Vieira

Carrocha  ©Avelino Vieira

Carrocha ©Avelino Vieira

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