Say's Firefly vs Green-eyed Hooktail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Say's Firefly | Green-eyed Hooktail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyractomena angulata | Paragomphus genei |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Lampyridae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 40-48 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Say's Firefly
An early-season firefly with amber-orange flashes seen in spring across eastern North America. It is among the first fireflies to appear each year.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are semi-aquatic and can survive temporary flooding of their habitats.
Green-eyed Hooktail
An African clubtail with bright green eyes and hooked male appendages. It is found along rivers and streams throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
Its bright green eyes are unusually vivid among gomphids, which typically have duller eye colors.