Lutescent Brown Lacewing vs Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lutescent Brown Lacewing | Wesmael's Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemerobius lutescens | Wesmaelius subnebulosus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm wingspan | 10-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe, Western 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.
Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
A medium-sized brown lacewing with subtly patterned wings found across Europe. Frequent in gardens and deciduous woodland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest lacewings to appear in spring, sometimes active as early as March.