Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat vs Arctic Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat | Arctic Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Keroplatus testaceus | Tipula arctica |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Keroplatidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 15-25 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Arctic Scandinavia, northern Russia, Siberia, Arctic Canada |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat
A remarkable fungus gnat whose larvae create bioluminescent webs on bracket fungi. The blue-green glow attracts prey insects. One of the few bioluminescent insects outside fireflies.
Did You Know?
Larvae glow in the dark, creating eerie blue-green patches on bracket fungi in dark forests.
Arctic Crane Fly
A large, long-legged fly with narrow wings and a slender body. Its legs break off easily when seized by predators. Larvae are leathery-skinned grubs living in wet tundra soil where they feed on roots.
Did You Know?
Despite their mosquito-like appearance, crane flies are completely harmless and cannot bite.