Nervous Brown Lacewing vs Large Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nervous Brown Lacewing | Large Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Micromus variegatus | Drepanepteryx phalaenoides |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm wingspan | 18-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North Africa | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nervous Brown Lacewing
A tiny mottled brown lacewing found across the Palearctic region. Despite its small size, it is an effective predator of aphid colonies.
Did You Know?
Its small size allows it to hunt in tight plant crevices that larger predators cannot reach.
Large Brown Lacewing
The largest European brown lacewing with distinctively hooked wing tips. Resembles a dead leaf when at rest on branches.
Did You Know?
Its hooked wing tips and brown mottling make it one of the best leaf mimics among lacewings.