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Personal logo Editor in Chief Bill The Editor of TMP Fezian writes:

The lucanus beetle is commonly known as a stag beetle; it is different from the scarab beetle.



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Personal logo Editor in Chief Bill The Editor of TMP Fezian writes:

I mentioned to a family member that I was looking for a 'toy bug' larger than what I had for a wargaming project, and I was pointed in the direction of the Ashland Halloween wall decor collection at Michael's (a U.S. craft store).

Ashland Halloween

I found these on a vertical display near the front center of the store, with other Halloween-themed items. They are tied by wire to a 3" x 7" clear plastic card, along with a paper label. Usually there are two models per card, just under 3" long, but some models are 6" and mounted front-and-back on the card. The ones I was interested in are described as "gold brushed black," but there are others covered in sparkles. Examples include insects, bats, spiders and snakes. They are priced at $4.99 USD, but on sale for $1.99 USD.

Ashland Halloween

As I mentioned, I was seeking a 'larger' insect, so I picked up the Black Lucanus/Scarabee Noir. Not bad at a dollar apiece.

Ashland Halloween

The bug is made from a stiff plastic, such that the body is stiff but the legs and other protrusions are bendable. It measures roughly 60mm long, and 65mm wide from leg to leg.

Ashland Halloween

The underside is hollow.

Ashland Halloween

If your fantasy, sci-fi or horror gaming needs run to creatures in this size range, check them out. Available in store and online at the company website.