Cobalt Blue Longhorn vs Split-Footed Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cobalt Blue Longhorn | Split-Footed Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomyagrus waterhousei | Nymphes myrmeleonides |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Nymphidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 50-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cobalt Blue Longhorn
A vivid metallic blue longhorn beetle native to Australia. It breeds in the wood of wattle trees.
Did You Know?
Its intense blue color makes it highly prized among insect collectors.
Split-Footed Lacewing
A large Australian lacewing with a wingspan up to 70 mm and distinctive bilobed tarsi. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights.
Did You Know?
This species belongs to an ancient lineage of lacewings found only in Australia, dating back over 150 million years.