Hairy Christmas Beetle vs Long-winged Fungus Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy Christmas Beetle | Long-winged Fungus Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplognathus hirsutus | Macrocera stigma |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Mycetophilidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hairy Christmas Beetle
A densely hairy golden-brown Christmas beetle found in southeastern Australia. The fine hairs covering its body distinguish it from other Anoplognathus species.
Did You Know?
The dense body hair is thought to help regulate temperature during cool summer evenings.
Long-winged Fungus Gnat
A delicate fungus gnat with unusually long antennae and slender patterned wings. It is often found in shaded damp woodland where it hunts small insects.
Did You Know?
Some Macrocera species have bioluminescent larvae, though less spectacularly than the cave glowworms.