Lucasian Green Lacewing vs Split-Footed Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lucasian Green Lacewing | Split-Footed Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa lucasina | Nymphes myrmeleonides |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Nymphidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm wingspan | 50-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lucasian Green Lacewing
A European green lacewing common in Mediterranean olive groves. Important natural enemy of the olive moth and olive psyllid.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most valuable natural enemies in Mediterranean olive cultivation.
Split-Footed Lacewing
A large Australian lacewing with a wingspan up to 70 mm and distinctive bilobed tarsi. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights.
Did You Know?
This species belongs to an ancient lineage of lacewings found only in Australia, dating back over 150 million years.