Tenaspis angularis

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Elateroidea
Family: Lampyridae
Subfamily: Lampyrinae
Tribe: Lamprocerini
Genus: Tenaspis
Species: angularis

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Tenaspis angularis: /tɛˈnaspɪs æŋɡjʊˈlɛərɪs/

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Summary

Tenaspis angularis, known as the Tropic Traveler, is a rare species of firefly in the Lampyridae family, found primarily in the southeastern U.S. and Central America.

Physical Characteristics

Size ranges from 13 to 15 mm.

Identification Tips

No lanterns or glows, distinguishing it from other fireflies.

Habitat

Very rare and local in ecological Alabama.

Distribution

Southeastern United States to Central America; a reported record from Missouri.

Misconceptions

Often misidentified as a typical firefly due to its family classification despite lacking the ability to glow.