The miyama stag has protrusions on its head that resemble ears… And yet, the ugly lumps are not ears! It is, however, called a “stag” beetle because of the large, deer-like horns upon its head. And the word “miyama” in its name means “deep mountain” in Japanese. Feel free to call it what you like. I will simply call it DISGUSTING. “Disgusting stag beetle” does have a ring.