Aspinose Campodeid vs Eyed Elater Glowworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aspinose Campodeid | Eyed Elater Glowworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metriocampa aspinosa | Phengodes fusciceps |
| Order | Diplura | Coleoptera |
| Family | Campodeidae | Phengodidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 15-25 mm (females) |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Aspinose Campodeid
A soil-dwelling dipluran lacking the typical dorsal spines found in related species. It inhabits deep soil layers in temperate forests.
Did You Know?
Its lack of dorsal spines distinguishes it from nearly all related species.
Eyed Elater Glowworm
A railroad worm beetle whose larviform females emit light from paired organs along the body. Males are short-lived, winged, and do not glow.
Did You Know?
Females produce both green light from their body segments and red light from their head, resembling a tiny railroad train at night.