Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle vs Say's Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle | Say's Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coccinella magnifica | Pyractomena angulata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle
A scarce ladybird that lives exclusively in and around wood ant nests. It closely resembles the common seven-spot ladybird.
Did You Know?
It is one of the very few ladybird species that is myrmecophilous, living among ants.
Say's Firefly
An early-season firefly with amber-orange flashes seen in spring across eastern North America. It is among the first fireflies to appear each year.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are semi-aquatic and can survive temporary flooding of their habitats.