Fire Beetle vs Central American Glowworm Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fire Beetle | Central American Glowworm Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrophorus divergens | Phengodes hidalgoensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Phengodidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Central America, South America | North America, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fire Beetle
A bioluminescent click beetle from Central American forests. Its glowing thoracic spots are visible from several meters away in total darkness.
Did You Know?
Spanish conquistadors reported seeing forests glowing with thousands of these beetles and initially thought they were supernatural phenomena.
Central American Glowworm Beetle
A Mexican glowworm beetle with males possessing large feathery antennae and short elytra. The larviform females produce greenish-yellow bioluminescence from lateral light organs.
Did You Know?
Phengodidae are found only in the New World, from southern Canada to South America, making them a uniquely American family.