Matchstick Grasshopper vs Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Matchstick Grasshopper | Wesmael's Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eumastax vittata | Wesmaelius subnebulosus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Eumastacidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 10-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Matchstick Grasshopper
A tiny colorful grasshopper with an extremely slender body resembling a matchstick.
Did You Know?
Its bright blue and orange coloration warns predators of its toxicity.
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.