Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle vs Miyako Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle | Miyako Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Harmonia axyridis | Luciola filiformis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | East Asia; invasive worldwide | East Asia, Japan, Ryukyu Islands |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Vulnerable |
Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle
A highly variable ladybird ranging from orange with many spots to solid black. Originally released for biocontrol, it is now invasive worldwide.
Did You Know?
It aggregates in enormous numbers on buildings in autumn, sometimes numbering in the thousands.
Miyako Firefly
A small Japanese firefly found on Miyako Island with a slender body and greenish-yellow luminescence. It has a limited distribution and is considered a unique island endemic.
Did You Know?
This island endemic species has become a symbol of conservation efforts on the Ryukyu Islands of southern Japan.