Red and Blue Damselfly vs Thai Aquatic Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red and Blue Damselfly | Thai Aquatic Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthagrion erythroneurum | Luciola aquatilis |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coenagrionidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | Body 2.5-3 cm; wingspan 3-4 cm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | Southeast Asia, Thailand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Red and Blue Damselfly
A small damselfly where males display striking red and blue coloring. It is one of the most colorful damselflies in Australia.
Did You Know?
Males are most active in late afternoon, often forming mating swarms over water at dusk.
Thai Aquatic Firefly
A small Thai firefly notable for having truly aquatic larvae with functional gills. It was one of the first fireflies confirmed to have larvae that live entirely underwater.
Did You Know?
This species was described in 2010 and was notable for being the first firefly with confirmed fully aquatic larvae possessing tracheal gills.