German Scorpionfly vs Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | German Scorpionfly | Wesmael's Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Panorpa germanica | Wesmaelius subnebulosus |
| Order | Mecoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Panorpidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 10-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
German Scorpionfly
A scorpionfly with bold wing markings found in shaded woodland habitats across central Europe. Like other Panorpa species, it has a distinctive elongated face.
Did You Know?
German scorpionflies frequently steal prey from spider webs, delicately plucking trapped insects without becoming ensnared themselves.
Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
A medium-sized brown lacewing with subtly patterned wings found across Europe. Frequent in gardens and deciduous woodland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest lacewings to appear in spring, sometimes active as early as March.