Pennsylvania Firefly vs Tanner Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pennsylvania Firefly | Tanner Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Photuris pennsylvanica | Prionus coriarius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 18-45 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America from Canada to Georgia | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pennsylvania Firefly
A common firefly of the eastern United States that produces a green-yellow bioluminescent flash. Adults are soft-bodied with a dark pronotum edged in pink.
Did You Know?
Females mimic the flash patterns of other firefly species to lure males as prey, earning them the name femme fatale fireflies.
Tanner Beetle
A large, robust, dark brown longhorn beetle that flies noisily at dusk. Its powerful larvae bore into the roots of deciduous trees for up to four years.
Did You Know?
Males produce a squeaking sound by rubbing their thorax against their head when handled.