Cascades Stonefly vs Tepui Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cascades Stonefly | Tepui Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Doroneuria theodora | Photinus tepui |
| Order | Plecoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Perlidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 22-30 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | South America (Venezuela - tepui region, Guyana) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Cascades Stonefly
A large predatory stonefly endemic to Cascade Range streams. Nymphs inhabit cold boulder-strewn torrents at moderate elevations.
Did You Know?
Adults drum their abdomens on streamside surfaces to communicate with potential mates.
Tepui Firefly
A bioluminescent beetle endemic to the isolated tepui tabletop mountains of Venezuela. It produces a distinctive greenish-yellow flash pattern used in mate attraction. The larvae are also luminous and prey on snails and other small invertebrates on the tepui summit.
Did You Know?
It lives only on the ancient tabletop mountains of Venezuela, which have been isolated for millions of years, making it a living relic of evolutionary history.