Margined Brown Lacewing vs Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Margined Brown Lacewing | Wesmael's Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemerobius marginatus | Wesmaelius subnebulosus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm wingspan | 10-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| 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.
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.