African Predatory Lacewing vs Iberian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Predatory Lacewing | Iberian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa pudica | Josandreva sazi |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 16-24 mm wingspan | 25-32 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Spain, Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Predatory Lacewing
A robust lacewing found across tropical Africa in forested and cultivated areas. Adults and larvae both contribute to pest suppression.
Did You Know?
It is frequently collected in cocoa agroforestry systems where it helps control cocoa mirids.
Iberian Spoonwing
A rare Iberian Peninsula nemopterid found in hot, dry calcareous grasslands. One of Europe's more localized spoonwing species.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to the Iberian Peninsula and is not found elsewhere in Europe.