Banded Antlion vs Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Antlion | Wesmael's Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glenurus gratus | Wesmaelius subnebulosus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 55-80 mm wingspan | 10-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Antlion
A North American antlion with distinctive banded wing patterns. Commonly attracted to porch lights on warm summer evenings.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae are ambush predators that hunt without constructing sand pits.
Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
A medium-sized brown lacewing with subtly patterned wings found across Europe. Frequent in gardens and deciduous woodland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest lacewings to appear in spring, sometimes active as early as March.