Iris Flea Beetle vs Chinese Aquatic Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Iris Flea Beetle | Chinese Aquatic Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphthona nonstriata | Aquatica ficta |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Iris Flea Beetle
A small blue-green flea beetle associated with yellow iris in wetland habitats. Larvae feed on iris roots underwater. A specialized member of the wetland beetle community.
Did You Know?
Larvae can survive submerged among iris roots, extracting oxygen from the waterlogged plant tissue.
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.