Lucidota luteicollis
(LeConte, 1878)
Florida Scrub Dark Firefly
Lucidota luteicollis is a firefly in the Lampyridae, to Florida scrub . First described by LeConte in 1878, it is one of the dark fireflies that lack the prominent light-producing organs seen in some better-known firefly species. The species has a restricted geographic range limited to the Florida peninsula.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lucidota luteicollis: //luːsɪˈdoʊtə luːtiːˈkɒlɪs//
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Habitat
Florida scrub ; dry, sandy upland areas with low-growing vegetation and scattered oaks.
Distribution
to Florida, United States; restricted to Florida scrub in the peninsula.
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'luteicollis' refers to a yellowish (luteus) neck or collar (collis), likely describing a pale pronotum characteristic of this .
Conservation concern
Florida scrub is one of the most endangered in North America due to development and fire suppression, making this potentially vulnerable to loss.