[1] Species of the genus are found in the Indo-Australian region.

Previously, specimens with serriform teeth on the mandibles and sable pigment were separated from specimens with a singular or multiple bulky notches on the mandibles and lustrous sable pigmentation which were placed in the genus Dorcus.

The following species are recognised in the genus Serrognathus:[1] Species in this genus are found in China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, Korea, India, Laos, and Australia.

In view of their impressive jaws, specimens are often mounted for display alongside butterflies and tarantulas.

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