Small Square-Gilled Mayfly vs Taiwanese Window Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Square-Gilled Mayfly | Taiwanese Window Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caenis luctuosa | Pyrocoelia analis |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Caenidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | East Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Square-Gilled Mayfly
A minute mayfly with distinctive square-shaped gills on its nymphs. Adults swarm in enormous numbers near water at twilight.
Did You Know?
The enlarged second gill plate acts as a protective cover over the remaining delicate gills.
Taiwanese Window Firefly
A large Taiwanese firefly with a distinctive orange pronotum and transparent wing windows. Its larvae are terrestrial and glow brightly.
Did You Know?
Taiwan has designated several firefly reserves and holds annual firefly festivals that attract hundreds of thousands of visitors.