Madagascan Green Lacewing vs North American Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Green Lacewing | North American Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ankylopteryx octopunctata | Hemerobius ovalis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm wingspan | 9-13 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar, Tropical Africa | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
North American Brown Lacewing
A common brown lacewing of North American deciduous forests. Frequently encountered on foliage in eastern woodlands during summer.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly collected hemerobiids in Malaise trap surveys across eastern forests.