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πŸͺ² Beetles

Chinese Rhagophthalmid Glowworm

Rhagophthalmus lufengensis

About

A bioluminescent beetle from southern China with larviform females that emit a steady greenish glow from ventral light organs. Males have well-developed wings but vestigial mouthparts.

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Did You Know?

This species has been studied for its unique luciferase, which differs significantly from that of the related firefly family Lampyridae.