Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat vs Rothschild's Achias
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat | Rothschild's Achias |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Keroplatus testaceus | Achias rothschildi |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Keroplatidae | Platystomatidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 15-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Papua New Guinea |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Data Deficient |
Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat
A remarkable fungus gnat whose larvae create bioluminescent webs on bracket fungi. The blue-green glow attracts prey insects. One of the few bioluminescent insects outside fireflies.
Did You Know?
Larvae glow in the dark, creating eerie blue-green patches on bracket fungi in dark forests.
Rothschild's Achias
A remarkable Papua New Guinean fly where males have enormously elongated eye stalks. Males use their extended eyes to size up rivals. Has the largest head capsule of any known insect.
Did You Know?
Has the largest head capsule relative to body size of any insect, with eye stalks wider than its body.