Japanese Hotaruko Firefly vs Mother Shipton
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Hotaruko Firefly | Mother Shipton |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrocoelia fumosa | Euclidia mi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Erebidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 30-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Hotaruko Firefly
A large terrestrial firefly with a dark brown body and bright reddish pronotum. The wingless, larviform females produce a bright sustained glow from the ground to attract flying males.
Did You Know?
The Japanese name 'hotaruko' distinguishes these terrestrial glowworm-type fireflies from the aquatic 'hotaru' species.
Mother Shipton
A day-flying moth whose forewing markings resemble the profile of a witch's face. It is named after the famous English prophetess Mother Shipton.
Did You Know?
The wing pattern clearly shows a hooked nose, chin, and eye in profile, resembling a caricature of a crone.