These insects are my favorites. The bee is probably self-explanatory (no bees, no future!)
Stag beetle:
1) they grow their larvae in dead wood. So death creates the beginning of a new life. Love the idea.
2) before the larvae become actual beetles they grow 3 to 7 years in dead wood!! Patience!
3) they live 3, sometimes 8 weeks from June to August. Busy summer to finish their to-do list!
4) They are very peaceful animals. Even with rivals. They don't intend to kill the combatant, just kick them off the tree. ?
5) they are endangered. ?
Awesome animals!
