Blue Margined Ground Beetle vs Desert Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Margined Ground Beetle | Desert Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius impunctifrons | Chrysoperla comanche |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 20-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern and central North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Margined Ground Beetle
A brilliantly colored ground beetle with bright metallic blue-green elytra and a velvety texture from fine pubescence. It is found near wetland habitats across North America.
Did You Know?
Its defensive secretions have been analyzed and found to contain complex chemicals that not only repel predators but also have antimicrobial properties.
Desert Lacewing
A pale green lacewing adapted to arid environments of the American Southwest. Both adults and larvae are important predators of aphids and other small pests.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are called aphid lions because a single larva can consume hundreds of aphids before pupating.