Kenyan Green Lacewing vs Arizonan Walking Stick

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Kenyan Green Lacewing Arizonan Walking Stick
Scientific Name Chrysoperla agilis Diapheromera arizonensis
Order Neuroptera Phasmatodea
Family Chrysopidae Diapheromeridae
Size 12-17 mm wingspan 6-9 cm
Habitat Mountains Mountains
Diet Predators Herbivores
Regions East Africa, Southern Europe United States (Arizona), Mexico (Northern)
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Kenyan Green Lacewing

A recently described species from the carnea complex found in East African highlands. Occurs in both natural and cultivated habitats.

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Did You Know?

It was only separated from Chrysoperla carnea as a valid species in 2015.

Arizonan Walking Stick

A walkingstick found in the mountains and canyons of Arizona. It is typically brown or tan to blend with desert vegetation.

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Did You Know?

It inhabits the sky islands of southern Arizona, isolated mountain ranges surrounded by desert.