Large Case Moth vs Iberian Glow-Worm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Case Moth | Iberian Glow-Worm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metura elongatus | Lampyris iberica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Psychidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | Case up to 15 cm long; male moth 2-3 cm wingspan | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Case Moth
A bagworm moth whose larva builds a distinctive silk case covered in sticks and leaves. The wingless female never leaves her case, while males are small dark moths.
Did You Know?
The wingless, legless adult female lives and dies inside her larval case after mating.
Iberian Glow-Worm
A glow-worm firefly found in Spain and Portugal with wingless, luminous females. It inhabits Mediterranean scrublands and open woodlands.
Did You Know?
Female glow-worms can control the intensity of their glow and will extinguish their light immediately if disturbed by a predator.