Prioninae
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Prioninae are a subfamily of Cerambycidae (long-horned beetles). They are typically large (25–70 mm) and usually brown or black. The males of a few genera sport large mandible
s that are used in fights with other males, similar to stag beetle
s. These beetles are commonly nocturnal and are attracted to light. The majority of Prioninae whose biology is known are borers whose larva
e feed on rotting wood or roots.
Mandible (arthropod)
thumb|250px|The mandibles of a [[Bull ant]]The mandible of an arthropod is either of a pair of mouthparts used for biting, cutting and holding food. Mandibles are often simply referred to as jaws. Mandibles are present in the extant subphyla Myriapoda , Crustacea and Hexapoda...
s that are used in fights with other males, similar to stag beetle
Stag beetle
Stag beetles are a group of about 1,200 species of beetle in the family Lucanidae, presently classified in four subfamilies Some species grow up to over 12 cm , but most are about 5 cm .-Overview:...
s. These beetles are commonly nocturnal and are attracted to light. The majority of Prioninae whose biology is known are borers whose larva
Larva
A larva is a distinct juvenile form many animals undergo before metamorphosis into adults. Animals with indirect development such as insects, amphibians, or cnidarians typically have a larval phase of their life cycle...
e feed on rotting wood or roots.