Bethany Beach Firefly vs Spread-antler Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bethany Beach Firefly | Spread-antler Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Photuris bethaniensis | Odontolabis siva |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 35-90 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States | India, Nepal, Myanmar, China |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Not Evaluated |
Bethany Beach Firefly
A predatory firefly known from a narrow range along the mid-Atlantic coast. Females mimic the flash patterns of other firefly species to lure and eat the males.
Did You Know?
By consuming other fireflies, females acquire defensive chemicals called lucibufagins that protect them from predators.
Spread-antler Stag Beetle
A large Himalayan stag beetle with widely spread mandibles in major males. Body color ranges from black to deep brown.
Did You Know?
Found at elevations up to 2,500 meters in the Himalayan foothills, higher than most stag beetle species.