Thai Aquatic Firefly vs Cigarette Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thai Aquatic Firefly | Cigarette Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Luciola aquatilis | Lasioderma serricorne |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Ptinidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Thailand | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Not Evaluated |
Thai Aquatic Firefly
A small Thai firefly notable for having truly aquatic larvae with functional gills. It was one of the first fireflies confirmed to have larvae that live entirely underwater.
Did You Know?
This species was described in 2010 and was notable for being the first firefly with confirmed fully aquatic larvae possessing tracheal gills.
Cigarette Beetle
A tiny, reddish-brown beetle that infests stored tobacco, spices, and dried foods. It is one of the most widespread stored-product pests.
Did You Know?
It can chew through tin foil and even reportedly survives eating dried chili peppers.