European Grain Weevil vs Winter Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Grain Weevil | Winter Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sitophilus granarius | Ellychnia corrusca |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Woodlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Worldwide | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
European Grain Weevil
A small, dark brown, flightless weevil that infests stored grain. It has been a pest since ancient civilizations first stored wheat.
Did You Know?
Specimens have been found in grain stores at ancient Egyptian archaeological sites thousands of years old.
Winter Firefly
A day-active firefly that does not produce light as an adult. It is commonly found on tree trunks during late winter and early spring in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Despite being a firefly, adults completely lack the ability to produce bioluminescence.