Glow-worm

Lamprohiza splendidula
Fireflies (Lampyridae)

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Brown beetle, the ♂ has a brown-black shield covering the wings. On its head two translucent markings. The ♀ is like a larva, legs but no shield and a soft flat rear.

On the under surface is an organ that emits light in the dark. Prefers moist open areas and forest edges. Active in twilight and at night, the ♀ uses light to lure ♂.  The ♂ can fly, the ♀ cannot. Both sexes, larvae and eggs are able to emit light.

⇔ l. 8-11 mm

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≈ The LAMPYRIS NOCTILUCA (Common glow-worm) is larger and prefers warmer areas in bushes.

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