Chilean Green Lacewing vs Green Drake Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chilean Green Lacewing | Green Drake Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysoperla externa | Ephemera guttulata |
| Order | Neuroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Ephemeridae |
| Size | 14-22 mm wingspan | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America, Central America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chilean Green Lacewing
The most common green lacewing in South America with a broad distribution. Extensively used for biological control in Brazilian agriculture.
Did You Know?
Brazilian farmers rear millions of these lacewings annually for release in soybean and cotton fields.
Green Drake Mayfly
A large and strikingly beautiful mayfly with mottled wings that emerges in late spring. Its hatches on eastern North American streams create some of the year's best fly-fishing opportunities.
Did You Know?
Green drake hatches trigger a feeding frenzy among trout, with even the largest fish rising to the surface.