Banded Pennant vs Tropical Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Pennant | Tropical Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Celithemis fasciata | Chrysoperla rufilabris |
| Order | Odonata | Neuroptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 35-40mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Pennant
A medium-sized dragonfly with bold dark bands across all four wings. Its body is dark with reddish markings. It perches prominently on the tips of twigs near water.
Did You Know?
It perches at the very tips of twigs, looking like a tiny flag waving in the wind.
Tropical Green Lacewing
A widely distributed green lacewing used commercially for biological pest control in greenhouses. Larvae are aggressive predators of whiteflies and mealybugs.
Did You Know?
This species is mass-reared and sold commercially, with millions released annually for organic pest control.