Dark Spongillafly vs Australian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Spongillafly | Australian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sisyra nigra | Chasmoptera hutti |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Sisyridae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 6-9 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Spongillafly
A small blackish lacewing found near European freshwater habitats. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights near waterways.
Did You Know?
Larvae must find freshwater sponges within hours of hatching or they will not survive.
Australian Spoonwing
One of the few Australian nemopterids, with distinctive elongated hindwings. Found in arid and semi-arid regions of southern Australia.
Did You Know?
It is the only nemopterid genus found in Australia, making it biogeographically significant.