Long-winged Fungus Gnat vs Madagascan Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-winged Fungus Gnat | Madagascan Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrocera stigma | Ankylopteryx octopunctata |
| Order | Diptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Mycetophilidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 20-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Madagascar, Tropical Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Long-winged Fungus Gnat
A delicate fungus gnat with unusually long antennae and slender patterned wings. It is often found in shaded damp woodland where it hunts small insects.
Did You Know?
Some Macrocera species have bioluminescent larvae, though less spectacularly than the cave glowworms.
Madagascan Green Lacewing
A delicate green lacewing found in Madagascan forests with transparent wings. Adults and larvae are important predators of aphids and other small pests.
Did You Know?
Larvae camouflage themselves by piling debris and prey remains on their backs.