Lutescent Brown Lacewing vs Golden-eyed Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lutescent Brown Lacewing | Golden-eyed Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemerobius lutescens | Chrysopa perla |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm wingspan | 15-20 mm body, 30-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lutescent Brown Lacewing
A yellowish-brown lacewing found in European coniferous forests. Strongly associated with spruce and pine trees.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most important natural predators of spruce aphids in European forestry.
Golden-eyed Lacewing
A bright green lacewing with distinctive dark head markings and iridescent golden eyes. Both adults and larvae are predatory on small insects.
Did You Know?
Unlike many lacewing species, both adults and larvae are active predators of pest insects.