Austrophasma caledonense vs Taiwanese Window Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Austrophasma caledonense | Taiwanese Window Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Austrophasma caledonense | Pyrocoelia analis |
| Order | Mantophasmatodea | Coleoptera |
| Family | Austrophasmatidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa | East Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Austrophasma caledonense
A heelwalker from the Caledon district of South Africa. Females are larger than males and deposit eggs in sandy soil where they overwinter.
Did You Know?
The first living specimens were found after scientists matched an amber fossil to mysterious museum specimens from Namibia.
Taiwanese Window Firefly
A large Taiwanese firefly with a distinctive orange pronotum and transparent wing windows. Its larvae are terrestrial and glow brightly.
Did You Know?
Taiwan has designated several firefly reserves and holds annual firefly festivals that attract hundreds of thousands of visitors.