Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat vs Green Web Spinner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat | Green Web Spinner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Keroplatus testaceus | Oligotoma nigra |
| Order | Diptera | Embioptera |
| Family | Keroplatidae | Oligotomidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 7.0-10.0 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Asia, Africa |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Not Evaluated |
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.
Green Web Spinner
A dark-bodied web spinner found in tropical Asia and Africa. Despite its name, the body is dark brown to black with greenish undertones.
Did You Know?
Web spinners can run backwards through their silk tunnels as quickly as they run forwards.