Margined Brown Lacewing vs South African Brown Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Margined Brown Lacewing | South African Brown Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemerobius marginatus | Neoperla spio |
| Order | Neuroptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm wingspan | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Margined Brown Lacewing
A European brown lacewing with darkened wing margins found in deciduous woodland. Common but often overlooked due to its small size.
Did You Know?
It is often found in old orchards where it helps suppress aphid populations on fruit trees.
South African Brown Stonefly
A medium-sized brown stonefly found in rivers and streams of southern and eastern Africa. Nymphs are predatory and favor rocky riffles.
Did You Know?
Neoperla is one of the few stonefly genera found across both Africa and tropical Asia.