New Zealand Glow-Worm Firefly vs Common Flower Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Glow-Worm Firefly | Common Flower Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Atyphella flammans | Anthocoris nemorum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Anthocoridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 3-4mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
New Zealand Glow-Worm Firefly
An Australasian firefly found in subtropical forests of eastern Australia. It produces a steady amber glow rather than a blinking flash.
Did You Know?
Despite sharing the name 'glow-worm' with New Zealand cave glow-worms, this is a true firefly beetle, not a fungus gnat.
Common Flower Bug
A tiny brown bug that is a voracious predator of aphids, mites and psyllids. An important biological control agent.
Did You Know?
Despite its tiny size it can consume dozens of aphids per day and is widely used in integrated pest management.