Seychelles Palm Spider vs Synchronous Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seychelles Palm Spider | Synchronous Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nephila inaurata | Photinus carolinus |
| Order | Araneae | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nephilidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 30-40 mm body; 120 mm leg span | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Seychelles, Indian Ocean Islands | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Seychelles Palm Spider
A large golden orb-weaver spider found in the Seychelles with strong yellow silk. Females can have a leg span exceeding 12 cm.
Did You Know?
Its golden silk is so strong that local people have used it to make fishing lures.
Synchronous Firefly
One of the few firefly species in North America that synchronizes its flashing patterns. Thousands flash in unison during mating season in the Great Smoky Mountains.
Did You Know?
Their synchronized light displays in the Great Smoky Mountains attract thousands of visitors each year through a lottery system.