Chilean Green Lacewing vs Seven-spotted Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chilean Green Lacewing | Seven-spotted Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysoperla externa | Chrysopa septempunctata |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 14-22 mm wingspan | 14-18 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South America, Central America | Europe, Central Asia |
| 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.
Seven-spotted Green Lacewing
A green lacewing marked with seven dark spots on its head. Common across Europe and temperate Asia in vegetated habitats.
Did You Know?
The seven head spots are used to distinguish it from over a dozen similar European species.