Caribbean Calligrapha Beetle vs Spring Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Caribbean Calligrapha Beetle | Spring Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calligrapha cubana | Photinus ardens |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Cuba | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Caribbean Calligrapha Beetle
A leaf beetle found in Cuba with intricate dark patterns on a pale background. Each individual has a unique pattern on its elytra.
Did You Know?
The patterns on their wing covers look like calligraphy, giving the genus its name.
Spring Firefly
A small early-season firefly of the eastern United States with a distinctive fast double-pulse flash pattern. It has a dark body with a pinkish-red pronotum and is among the first fireflies to appear each year.
Did You Know?
This species often begins flashing earlier in the evening than most other North American fireflies.