Dustywing vs Wartclub Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dustywing | Wartclub Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coniopteryx tineiformis | Ithone fulva |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Coniopterygidae | Ithonidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 3-4 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Dustywing
A tiny moth-like lacewing covered in a white waxy powder that gives it a dusty appearance. It is an important predator of mites and scale insects on trees.
Did You Know?
Dustywings are the smallest of all neuropterans and are often overlooked because they resemble tiny moths.
Wartclub Lacewing
A rare moth-like lacewing from southeastern Australia. Adults are short-lived and larvae burrow underground to feed on plant roots.
Did You Know?
The family Ithonidae is one of the most ancient lacewing lineages, dating back over 200 million years.