Borneo Pulsing Firefly vs Harris's Diving Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Borneo Pulsing Firefly | Harris's Diving Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pteroptyx tener | Dytiscus harrisii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Dytiscidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 33-40 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Borneo Pulsing Firefly
A synchronous firefly of Southeast Asian mangroves that produces green flashes in unison with thousands of others. Massive congregations light up riverine trees each night.
Did You Know?
Entire mangrove trees appear to pulse with light as thousands of males flash in perfect synchrony.
Harris's Diving Beetle
A large North American diving beetle found in cold, clear lakes and bog ponds. It is one of the largest diving beetles on the continent.
Did You Know?
It can remain submerged for extended periods by trapping air under its elytra, which it uses like an external lung.