Malagasy Lacewing vs Blue Hawker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Lacewing | Blue Hawker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysoperla madagascariensis | Aeshna caerulea |
| Order | Neuroptera | Odonata |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm body; 25-35 mm wingspan | 54-64mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Malagasy Lacewing
A delicate green insect with large, transparent wings bearing a fine network of veins. Adults have bright golden eyes and emit a foul odor when handled.
Did You Know?
Lacewing larvae are nicknamed 'aphid lions' because a single larva can consume up to 200 aphids per week.
Blue Hawker
A small hawker dragonfly with bright blue spots on males and yellow spots on females. It is restricted to high-altitude bogs and moorlands in northern latitudes. It tolerates very cold conditions.
Did You Know?
It breeds in some of the coldest and most inhospitable habitats of any European dragonfly, flying in near-freezing conditions.