Angular Brown Lacewing vs American Owlfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Angular Brown Lacewing | American Owlfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Wesmaelius nervosus | Ululodes quadripunctatus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Ascalaphidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm wingspan | 20-30 mm body, 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Meadows |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Northern Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Angular Brown Lacewing
A widespread brown lacewing with strong wing venation patterns. Found across much of the Northern Hemisphere in varied habitats.
Did You Know?
It tolerates cold climates well and is one of the few lacewings found at high northern latitudes.
American Owlfly
A dragonfly-like neuropteran with split eyes and long knobbed antennae. It catches small insects on the wing during twilight flights.
Did You Know?
Its eyes are divided into upper and lower halves, allowing it to see both above and below simultaneously.