Formosan Green Lacewing vs Stately Green Lacewing

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Formosan Green Lacewing Stately Green Lacewing
Scientific Name Chrysopa formosa Chrysopa walkeri
Order Neuroptera Neuroptera
Family Chrysopidae Chrysopidae
Size 14-22 mm wingspan 18-28 mm wingspan
Habitat Farmland Woodlands
Diet Herbivores Predators
Regions East Asia, Southeast Asia Australia
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Formosan Green Lacewing

A widespread Asian lacewing often found in lowland habitats. Recognized by dark markings on the face and vertex.

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Did You Know?

Despite its name, it ranges far beyond Taiwan across much of tropical and subtropical Asia.

Stately Green Lacewing

A large green lacewing found in Australian woodlands and gardens. One of the more conspicuous lacewing species on the continent.

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Did You Know?

It is attracted to lights at night and is a frequent visitor to illuminated porches in rural Australia.