Kentucky Cave Cricket vs Pleasing Lacewing Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kentucky Cave Cricket | Pleasing Lacewing Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceuthophilus stygius | Zenoa picea |
| Order | Orthoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Rhaphidophoridae | Synchroidae |
| Size | 13-25 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | United States | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Kentucky Cave Cricket
A large cave cricket found throughout the cave systems of Kentucky and surrounding states. It has extremely long antennae and powerful jumping legs.
Did You Know?
It leaves caves at night to forage and brings nutrients back into the cave ecosystem.
Pleasing Lacewing Beetle
An uncommon beetle found only on fungus-covered deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
Its family contains fewer than ten species worldwide.