Sapphire Flutterer vs Chinese Terrestrial Glowworm Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sapphire Flutterer | Chinese Terrestrial Glowworm Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhyothemis triangularis | Pyrocoelia pectoralis |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 30-38mm | 14-22 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | East Asia, China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sapphire Flutterer
A small dragonfly with sapphire-blue metallic patches on its hindwings. It has a fluttering, butterfly-like flight pattern. Males display their iridescent wings in courtship flights over ponds.
Did You Know?
Its butterfly-like flight and metallic blue wings make it look more like a jeweled butterfly than a dragonfly.
Chinese Terrestrial Glowworm Firefly
A large firefly with dark brown elytra and a bright reddish pronotum. Females are wingless and produce a steady glow. This species has been used extensively in Chinese bioluminescence research.
Did You Know?
The mass collection of this species for commercial firefly-viewing events in China has raised conservation concerns.