Conifer Brown Lacewing vs Creoleon Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Conifer Brown Lacewing | Creoleon Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemerobius pini | Creoleon plumbeus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm wingspan | 55-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Southern Europe, Middle East, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Conifer Brown Lacewing
A small brown lacewing closely associated with pine trees across Europe. Larvae are specialist predators of pine aphids.
Did You Know?
It shows a strong preference for Scots pine and is rarely found on other tree species.
Creoleon Antlion
A robust Mediterranean antlion with lead-grey coloring on the thorax. Found in dry, warm habitats across southern Europe and the Middle East.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae lie buried in soil without building funnel traps.