Mediterranean Firefly vs Western Grannom Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mediterranean Firefly | Western Grannom Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Luciola italica | Brachycentrus occidentalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Lampyridae | Brachycentridae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mediterranean Firefly
A common Southern European firefly that flies through warm summer nights producing a continuous greenish glow. It is widespread in Italy and the Mediterranean basin.
Did You Know?
Italian poets and painters have depicted this firefly for centuries, and it remains a beloved symbol of warm summer nights in the Mediterranean.
Western Grannom Caddis
A widespread European caddisfly forming mass emergences in spring on alkaline rivers. Larvae build four-sided tapering cases and filter-feed in riffles.
Did You Know?
Spring Grannom hatches on English chalk streams can darken the sky with millions of emerging adults.