Madagascan Flat Bark Beetle vs Iberian Glow-Worm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Flat Bark Beetle | Iberian Glow-Worm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Passandra boliti | Lampyris iberica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Passandridae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 10-18 mm | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Madagascan Flat Bark Beetle
An extremely flat beetle that lives under bark in Madagascan forests. Its compressed body allows it to navigate thin gaps between bark layers.
Did You Know?
Its body is so flat it can slip through gaps less than two millimeters wide.
Iberian Glow-Worm
A glow-worm firefly found in Spain and Portugal with wingless, luminous females. It inhabits Mediterranean scrublands and open woodlands.
Did You Know?
Female glow-worms can control the intensity of their glow and will extinguish their light immediately if disturbed by a predator.