Asian Proceratium vs Blue Mountains Glowworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Proceratium | Blue Mountains Glowworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Proceratium japonicum | Arachnocampa richardsae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Mycetophilidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, Eastern China | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Proceratium
A small cryptic ant found in Japanese and East Asian forests with the characteristic forward-curving gaster. It is rarely collected due to its deep-soil nesting habits.
Did You Know?
The genus name Proceratium means 'forward horn,' referring to the unusual way their abdomen points forward.
Blue Mountains Glowworm
An Australian bioluminescent fungus gnat closely related to the New Zealand glowworm. Its larvae hang from cave ceilings and rainforest overhangs, emitting a blue-green glow.
Did You Know?
Different Arachnocampa species emit slightly different colors of light, from blue-green to green-yellow.