South African Glowworm vs Ghost Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South African Glowworm | Ghost Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lamprigera boyei | Anax longipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Lampyridae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 15-40 mm (female), 10-15 mm (male) | 73-80 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Africa, Southern Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South African Glowworm
A large firefly from southern Africa with larviform females that produce a steady bright greenish glow. Males are winged but rarely seen, while the large glowing females are conspicuous at night.
Did You Know?
The females of this genus are among the largest fireflies in the world and can exceed 40 mm in length.
Ghost Darner
A large green-eyed dragonfly with a distinctively long reddish-brown abdomen.
Did You Know?
Males patrol over water with a conspicuous undulating flight pattern.