Australian Spoonwing vs Beaded Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Spoonwing | Beaded Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chasmoptera hutti | Lomamyia latipennis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Nemopteridae | Berothidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm wingspan (forewings) | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Spoonwing
One of the few Australian nemopterids, with distinctive elongated hindwings. Found in arid and semi-arid regions of southern Australia.
Did You Know?
It is the only nemopterid genus found in Australia, making it biogeographically significant.
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.