American Dustywing vs Seven-spotted Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | American Dustywing | Seven-spotted Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Conwentzia californica | Chrysopa septempunctata |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Coniopterygidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm wingspan | 14-18 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
American Dustywing
A tiny western North American dustywing found on fruit trees and ornamental plants. Valued as a natural mite predator in orchards.
Did You Know?
Citrus growers consider it one of the most important natural enemies of citrus red mite.
Seven-spotted Green Lacewing
A green lacewing marked with seven dark spots on its head. Common across Europe and temperate Asia in vegetated habitats.
Did You Know?
The seven head spots are used to distinguish it from over a dozen similar European species.