Green Lacewing vs Trash-carrying Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Lacewing | Trash-carrying Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysoperla carnea | Chrysopa nigricornis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm body, 30 mm wingspan | 16-24 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Worldwide | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Lacewing
Delicate green insects with lace-like wings and golden eyes. Larvae are ferocious predators nicknamed "aphid lions." Widely used in biological pest control.
Did You Know?
Lacewing larvae are such effective predators they are nicknamed "aphid lions" — a single larva can devour 200 aphids per week during its development.
Trash-carrying Lacewing
A North American green lacewing with dark antennae. Its larvae camouflage themselves by piling debris on their backs.
Did You Know?
Larvae stack the remains of consumed prey on their backs as both camouflage and defense.