Japanese Goldenring vs Tasmanian Brown Lacewing

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Japanese Goldenring Tasmanian Brown Lacewing
Scientific Name Anotogaster sieboldii Micromus tasmaniae
Order Odonata Neuroptera
Family Cordulegastridae Hemerobiidae
Size 80-93 mm 7-11 mm wingspan
Habitat Mountains Farmland
Diet Omnivores Omnivores
Regions Asia Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Japanese Goldenring

One of the largest dragonflies in East Asia with bold black and yellow body rings. It is widespread along mountain streams throughout Japan.

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Did You Know?

It is known to catch and eat Asian giant hornets, one of the few insects that can overpower them.

Tasmanian Brown Lacewing

A small Australian brown lacewing that has become a globally significant biocontrol agent. Widely studied for its effectiveness against crop aphids.

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Did You Know?

A single adult can eat over 100 aphids per week, making it highly valued in Australian agriculture.