South African Glowworm vs Petaltail Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South African Glowworm | Petaltail Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lamprigera boyei | Tachopteryx thoreyi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Lampyridae | Petaluridae |
| Size | 15-40 mm (female), 10-15 mm (male) | 70-80 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Indoors |
| 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.
Petaltail Dragonfly
A primitive dragonfly that perches on tree trunks and has bog-dwelling larvae.
Did You Know?
It belongs to one of the most ancient dragonfly families, largely unchanged for 150 million years.