Sawtooth Stag Beetle butterfly wing It is represented by a

It is represented by a single species

These butterflies stand out due to their vibrant colors

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Sawtooth Stag Beetle butterfly wing It is represented by aLamprima adolphinae is a striking stag beetle found in New Guinea and surrounding islands, belonging to the family Lucanidae. Males are especially eye catching, with iridescent green to golden coloration and elongated, antler like jaws used in territorial battles. Females are smaller and less metallic but equally robust. The larvae develop in rotting wood, helping recycle nutrients in forest ecosystems. Highly prized for its shimmering metallic sheen,