Spanish Fly Beetle vs Big Dipper Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spanish Fly Beetle | Big Dipper Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Berberomeloe majalis | Photinus consimilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 30-70mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Spanish Fly Beetle
A huge wingless blister beetle with a massively swollen red and black banded abdomen. The largest European meloid.
Did You Know?
One of the largest beetle species in Europe with a body so heavy it resembles a fat caterpillar more than a beetle.
Big Dipper Firefly
A common North American firefly that produces a slow, arching flash resembling the Big Dipper constellation pattern. It is active in early summer evenings.
Did You Know?
Each species of Photinus has evolved its own unique flash pattern to avoid mating with the wrong species.