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Dorcus miwai
Adult pinned specimen
Scientific classification
Domain:	Eukaryota
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Arthropoda
Class:	Insecta
Order:	Coleoptera
Family:	Lucanidae
Genus:	Dorcus
Species:	D. miwai
Binomial name
Dorcus miwai Benesh, 1936

Dorcus miwai is a species of stag beetle that is endemic to Taiwan. They are small in size, but may be aggressive when provoked; however, they are not as aggressive as the Dorcus Titanus beetles. They can live 1-2 years in captivity with proper care. Dorcus miwai beetles are usually easy to care for in captivity. Their diet mainly consists of fruits and sap from trees. In captivity, beetle jelly from pet stores will readily be accepted. Fruits, such as grapes and watermelons, that are high in water content are not suitable for these beetles, as they may drown.

• In Kaohsiung, Taiwan

References

1. Wen-Jer Wu (n.d.). K. T. Shao (ed.). "Dorcus miwai Benesh, 1936". Catalogue of life in Taiwan. Biodiversity Research Center, Academia Sinica, Taiwan. Retrieved 5 June 2020.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: year (link)

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