Winter Crane Fly vs Blue Mountains Glowworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Winter Crane Fly | Blue Mountains Glowworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichocera annulata | Arachnocampa richardsae |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Trichoceridae | Mycetophilidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Winter Crane Fly
A cold-adapted crane fly that forms mating swarms in winter even in freezing weather.
Did You Know?
It can be seen dancing in aerial swarms on sunny winter days near buildings.
Blue Mountains Glowworm
An Australian bioluminescent fungus gnat closely related to the New Zealand glowworm. Its larvae hang from cave ceilings and rainforest overhangs, emitting a blue-green glow.
Did You Know?
Different Arachnocampa species emit slightly different colors of light, from blue-green to green-yellow.