Indian Green Lacewing vs Australian Owlfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Green Lacewing | Australian Owlfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysoperla zastrowi | Suhpalacsa flavipes |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Ascalaphidae |
| Size | 13-19 mm wingspan | 40-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Indian Green Lacewing
A green lacewing commonly found across the Indian subcontinent. Widely studied for biocontrol of cotton and rice pests.
Did You Know?
It is mass-reared in Indian laboratories for release in cotton fields as a biological control agent.
Australian Owlfly
A large Australian owlfly with smoky wings and yellow legs. Active at dusk in open eucalyptus woodland and dry grassland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly encountered owlflies at light traps across inland Australia.