Cottonwood Stag Beetle vs Chinese Aquatic Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cottonwood Stag Beetle | Chinese Aquatic Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lucanus mazama | Aquatica ficta |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 22-35 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central and Southern United States | China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Cottonwood Stag Beetle
A medium-sized North American stag beetle found near river bottoms. Males have moderately large mandibles.
Did You Know?
They are most commonly found near cottonwood and willow trees along river corridors.
Chinese Aquatic Firefly
A firefly with fully aquatic larvae found in streams across southern China. It was the first species placed in the genus Aquatica, erected specifically for water-dwelling lampyrids.
Did You Know?
Larvae breathe underwater using specialized tracheal gills unique among fireflies.