Lucanus elaphus

[Ed]

60mm Lucanus elaphus, 

First time ive caught this species, does anybody know of collecting methods other than lights for this species?
Can these be found on trees? similar to how Dorcus titanus can be found?



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[NathanGrosse]

Nice find! I've never tried actively luring these beasts. All mybsoecimens I have just happened upon while out collecting. I found a pair of minor male L. placidus engaged in a fight while I was walking once. Thankfully I had my collecting jar with me. One of the most exciting finds I'd ever made!

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Has anyone noticed that the photobucket are back, this time with a disgusting watermark covering the picture!