Australian Glow-Worm Firefly vs Zodiac Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Glow-Worm Firefly | Zodiac Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Atyphella lychnus | Alcides metaurus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Uraniidae |
| Size | 8-15 mm | 8-10 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Australia, Papua New Guinea |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Australian Glow-Worm Firefly
One of Australia's few true firefly species, found in tropical Queensland rainforests. Females are wingless and glow from the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Australia has surprisingly few firefly species compared to Southeast Asia, with most confined to the wet tropics of Queensland.
Zodiac Moth
A spectacular day-flying moth with iridescent green and black wings resembling a swallowtail butterfly. It migrates in large numbers through north Queensland rainforests.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant green wing color is produced by microscopic light-refracting structures, not pigment.