Australian Owlfly vs Beaded Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Owlfly | Beaded Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Suhpalacsa flavipes | Lomamyia latipennis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Ascalaphidae | Berothidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Owlfly
A large Australian owlfly with smoky wings and yellow legs. Active at dusk in open eucalyptus woodland and dry grassland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly encountered owlflies at light traps across inland Australia.
Beaded Lacewing
A small lacewing whose larvae live inside termite nests and prey on the termite workers. Adults have distinctive beaded wing venation.
Did You Know?
Beaded lacewing larvae immobilize termites by releasing a toxic gas from their abdomen before consuming them.