Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat vs Soldier Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bioluminescent Fungus Gnat | Soldier Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Keroplatus testaceus | Odontomyia tigrina |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Keroplatidae | Stratiomyidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
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.
Soldier Fly
A brightly colored soldier fly with aquatic larvae that filter-feed in ponds.
Did You Know?
Larvae float at the surface and breathe through a rosette of hydrophobic tail hairs.