False firefly beetles
- Pronunciation
- /fɔːls ˈfaɪər-flaɪ ˈbiː.təlz/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- False firefly beetle
- Plural
- False firefly beetles
Definition
Beetles that resemble fireflies but do not produce light.
Etymology
The name refers to their resemblance to true fireflies, which are characterized by bioluminescence.
Example
Several species of beetles from the family Elateridae exhibit a similar coloration and behavior to fireflies.