Red Turpentine Beetle vs Chinese Aquatic Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Turpentine Beetle | Chinese Aquatic Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendroctonus valens | Aquatica ficta |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, Asia | China |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Vulnerable |
Red Turpentine Beetle
The largest North American Dendroctonus species, it attacks the base of pine trees. It became highly invasive in China after accidental introduction.
Did You Know?
In China, it has killed over 10 million Pinus tabuliformis trees since its arrival in the 1980s.
Chinese Aquatic Firefly
A firefly with fully aquatic larvae found in streams across southern China. It was the first species placed in the genus Aquatica, erected specifically for water-dwelling lampyrids.
Did You Know?
Larvae breathe underwater using specialized tracheal gills unique among fireflies.