Bean Weevil vs Malaysian Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bean Weevil | Malaysian Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthoscelides obtectus | Pteroptyx valida |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Central America (native), cosmopolitan | Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Bean Weevil
A small, mottled grayish-brown beetle with a compact, somewhat wedge-shaped body. It is a major stored-product pest that develops inside dried beans and other legume seeds.
Did You Know?
Multiple larvae can develop inside a single bean, and adults can fly directly to bean fields to infest crops before harvest.
Malaysian Firefly
A synchronous firefly of Malaysian rivers that creates spectacular congregation displays. It is a key species for firefly ecotourism in Selangor.
Did You Know?
The Selangor firefly colony along the Selangor River is one of the largest known congregations, stretching for several kilometers.