Nippon Green Lacewing vs Large Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nippon Green Lacewing | Large Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysoperla nipponensis | Drepanepteryx phalaenoides |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm wingspan | 18-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Japan, South Korea, Eastern China | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nippon Green Lacewing
An East Asian member of the carnea species group found in Japan and Korea. Studied extensively for rice paddy pest management.
Did You Know?
Japanese researchers identified it as a distinct species through courtship vibration analysis in the 1990s.
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.