Red-legged Buprestis vs Winter Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-legged Buprestis | Winter Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Buprestis rufipes | Ellychnia corrusca |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 18-28 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Red-legged Buprestis
A large metallic green European jewel beetle with distinctive red legs. Adults bask on sun-warmed timber and tree trunks.
Did You Know?
Adults have been recorded emerging from timber in buildings decades after the wood was installed.
Winter Firefly
A day-active firefly that does not produce light as an adult. It is commonly found on tree trunks during late winter and early spring in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Despite being a firefly, adults completely lack the ability to produce bioluminescence.