Lucasian Green Lacewing vs Thread-winged Antlion Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lucasian Green Lacewing | Thread-winged Antlion Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa lucasina | Croce filipennis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 14-20 mm wingspan | 15-20 mm forewing; hindwings up to 80 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa | Southern Africa |
| 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.
Thread-winged Antlion Lacewing
A bizarre nemopterid with extremely long, thread-like hindwings. Males have hindwings that can be several times their body length.
Did You Know?
Its hindwings can be four times longer than the forewings, trailing behind like fine threads.