Oak Pinhole Borer vs Large Asian Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Pinhole Borer | Large Asian Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platypus cylindrus | Lamprigera tenebrosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 20-50 mm (female), 15-20 mm (male) |
| Habitat | Gardens | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | East Asia, Southeast Asia, China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Pinhole Borer
A tiny ambrosia beetle that bores into oak trees and cultivates fungal gardens inside its tunnels. The only European species of its subfamily. Males guard the tunnel entrance.
Did You Know?
One of the few farming insects in Europe, cultivating fungal crops inside tunnels bored into oak wood.
Large Asian Firefly
A very large Asian firefly with dark brown elytra and a broad body. The larviform females are among the largest bioluminescent insects, reaching impressive sizes as they prey on giant land snails.
Did You Know?
Females can weigh over 5 grams, making them among the heaviest bioluminescent insects on Earth.