Borneo Firefly vs Margined Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Borneo Firefly | Margined Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pteroptyx bearni | Hemerobius marginatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 8-12 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Borneo Firefly
A synchronous firefly endemic to Borneo that creates dramatic light displays in riverside trees. It congregates in specific display trees night after night.
Did You Know?
Individual display trees can host the same colony for decades, and the loss of a single tree can displace thousands of fireflies.
Margined Brown Lacewing
A European brown lacewing with darkened wing margins found in deciduous woodland. Common but often overlooked due to its small size.
Did You Know?
It is often found in old orchards where it helps suppress aphid populations on fruit trees.