Giant Dobsonfly vs Australian Glow-Worm Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Dobsonfly | Australian Glow-Worm Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthacorydalis fruhstorferi | Atyphella lychnus |
| Order | Megaloptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 60-90 mm body, 210 mm wingspan | 8-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Data Deficient |
Giant Dobsonfly
The largest aquatic insect in the world by wingspan, found in streams in Vietnam and China. Males have enormous mandibles resembling reindeer antlers.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan of 21 cm, this is the worlds largest aquatic insect — its bizarre mandibles resemble reindeer antlers and are used exclusively for grappling rival males.
Australian Glow-Worm Firefly
One of Australia's few true firefly species, found in tropical Queensland rainforests. Females are wingless and glow from the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Australia has surprisingly few firefly species compared to Southeast Asia, with most confined to the wet tropics of Queensland.