Blue Net-Winged Beetle vs Japanese Genji Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Net-Winged Beetle | Japanese Genji Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metriorrhynchus rhipidius | Luciola cruciata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Blue Net-Winged Beetle
An Australian net-winged beetle with dark blue-black elytra and elaborate feathery antennae in males. It is commonly found on vegetation in eucalyptus forests.
Did You Know?
Males use their spectacularly branched antennae to detect female pheromones across long distances.
Japanese Genji Firefly
An aquatic-larval firefly revered in Japanese culture, found near clean streams. It is one of the few fireflies whose larvae develop entirely in freshwater.
Did You Know?
Annual firefly-viewing festivals called hotarugari have been held in Japan for over a thousand years in honor of this species.