Gray Silverfish vs African Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gray Silverfish | African Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ctenolepisma longicaudatum | Chrysoperla congrua |
| Order | Zygentoma | Neuroptera |
| Family | Lepismatidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 12-18 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gray Silverfish
An invasive silverfish species spreading rapidly through northern Europe. It is larger and more uniformly gray than the common silverfish.
Did You Know?
It has become a major household pest in Scandinavia since the 2000s.
African Green Lacewing
A widespread African lacewing found in sub-Saharan savannas and farmland. Plays an important role in natural pest suppression.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly collected lacewing species in light-trap surveys across East Africa.