# The mitochondrial genome of the firefly, Pyrocoelia amplissima (Olivier, 1886) (Coleoptera: Lampyridae) and its phylogenetic analysis

## TL;DR

This paper reports the first complete mitochondrial genome of a Chinese firefly and uses it to explore its evolutionary relationships.

## Contribution

The study provides the first complete mitochondrial genome of Pyrocoelia amplissima and its phylogenetic placement within the genus.

## Key findings

- The mitochondrial genome is 17,426 bp long with 13 PCGs, 23 tRNAs, 2 rRNAs, and a control region.
- Phylogenetic analysis places P. amplissima basally within its genus.
- The genome has a high A + T content of 76.91%.

## Abstract

We presents the first complete mitochondrial genome of Pyrocoelia amplissima (Olivier, 1886) (Coleoptera: Lampyridae: Pyrocoelia), a Chinese endemic firefly. The 17,426 bp circular genome contains 13 PCGs, 23 tRNAs, 2 rRNAs, and a control region with a notable A + T bias (76.91%). Phylogenetic analysis of 12 firefly species using 13 PCGs places P. amplissima basally within its genus. This complete mitochondrial genome provides valuable genetic information for further research on Lampyridae.