Lucanus mazama
(LeConte, 1861)
Cottonwood Stag Beetle
Lucanus mazama is a in the Lucanidae, commonly known as the Cottonwood Stag Beetle. It is found primarily in the western and southwestern United States and adjacent parts of Mexico. The has been observed in wood chip ground coverings at playgrounds and other urban environments, though it is not restricted to arid despite sometimes being described as 'scaraboid'.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lucanus mazama: /luːˈkaːnʊs maˈzaːma/
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Habitat
Has been observed in wood chip ground coverings at playgrounds. Found in western and southwestern United States, suggesting association with in that region.
Distribution
Western and southwestern United States (Utah, Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico) and adjacent Mexico (Chihuahua, Sonora).
Human Relevance
Frequently encountered by humans due to presence in playground wood chips and urban environments.
Misconceptions
The description 'scaraboid' may suggest desert confinement, but the is not necessarily restricted to arid .