Winter Firefly vs Spider Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Winter Firefly | Spider Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ellychnia corrusca | Cryptocheilus bicolor |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Pompilidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Spider Wasp
A large orange and black wasp that hunts huntsman spiders for its larvae.
Did You Know?
It paralyzes spiders many times its own weight and drags them to a burrow.