Florida Predatory Firefly vs Broad Scarlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Florida Predatory Firefly | Broad Scarlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Photuris frontalis | Crocothemis servilia |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Lampyridae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 38-45mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Florida Predatory Firefly
A large predatory firefly found in the southeastern United States that exhibits synchronous flashing behavior. Males produce rapid bursts of flashes followed by dark periods in coordinated displays.
Did You Know?
This is one of the few Photuris species that displays synchronous behavior, with coordinated flash displays observed at Congaree National Park.
Broad Scarlet
A robust dragonfly where males are brilliant scarlet-red with a broad flattened abdomen. Females are olive-brown. It is one of the most common dragonflies across tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
It is one of the first dragonflies to colonize new water bodies, sometimes arriving within days of a pond being dug.