Brazilian Railroad Worm vs Temognatha Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Railroad Worm | Temognatha Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phrixothrix viviani | Temognatha alternata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Phengodidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 20-40 mm (female), 10-14 mm (male) | 25-45 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | South America, Brazil | Western Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Brazilian Railroad Worm
A tropical glowworm beetle with the remarkable ability to produce both green lateral lights and a red cephalic light. The female is large and larviform, while the male is a small, short-lived winged beetle.
Did You Know?
The red and green lights are produced by different luciferases, making this beetle a subject of intensive biochemical research.
Temognatha Jewel Beetle
A large Australian jewel beetle with bold yellow and black striped elytra. Found in eucalyptus forests and woodlands.
Did You Know?
Australia has over 1,200 species of jewel beetles, more than any other continent.