Heike Firefly vs Short-winged Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Heike Firefly | Short-winged Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Luciola lateralis | Lucidota atra |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 8-13 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Japan, Korean Peninsula | North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Heike Firefly
A Japanese firefly associated with rice paddies, smaller than the Genji firefly. It flashes more rapidly and is found in lowland wetland habitats.
Did You Know?
It is named after the Heike clan from Japanese history and is celebrated alongside the Genji firefly in summer festivals.
Short-winged Firefly
A dark-bodied, day-active firefly that has lost the ability to produce light as an adult. It has a black body with a reddish-orange pronotum and is often found on tree trunks and vegetation.
Did You Know?
Despite being a firefly, this diurnal species relies on chemical pheromones rather than light signals to find mates.