Dusky Green Lacewing vs Japanese Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dusky Green Lacewing | Japanese Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa dorsalis | Hagenomyia micans |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm wingspan | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Turkey | Japan, Korea, Eastern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dusky Green Lacewing
A green lacewing with a dark dorsal stripe running along the abdomen. Prefers wooded habitats across southern Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few European lacewings that strongly prefers forested over open habitats.
Japanese Antlion
A large East Asian antlion with glossy wings and a robust body. A familiar summer insect across Japan attracted to artificial lights.
Did You Know?
In Japanese folklore, antlion larvae are called 'arijigoku' meaning 'ant hell.'