Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat vs Yellow Dance Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat | Yellow Dance Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Keroplatus testaceus | Empis stercorea |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Keroplatidae | Empididae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Yellow Dance Fly
A medium-sized dance fly with a yellowish body commonly found on spring flowers. Males present prey items as mating gifts. An important pollinator of spring flowers.
Did You Know?
Important early-season pollinators that visit spring flowers while also hunting small insects on them.