Large Brown Lacewing vs Margined Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Brown Lacewing | Margined Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Drepanepteryx phalaenoides | Hemerobius marginatus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm wingspan | 8-12 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Brown Lacewing
The largest European brown lacewing with distinctively hooked wing tips. Resembles a dead leaf when at rest on branches.
Did You Know?
Its hooked wing tips and brown mottling make it one of the best leaf mimics among lacewings.
Margined Brown Lacewing
A European brown lacewing with darkened wing margins found in deciduous woodland. Common but often overlooked due to its small size.
Did You Know?
It is often found in old orchards where it helps suppress aphid populations on fruit trees.