North American Horntail vs Stately Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | North American Horntail | Stately Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tremex columba | Chrysopa walkeri |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Siricidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 25–50 mm | 18-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
North American Horntail
A large horntail wasp found across eastern North America. It attacks dead and dying hardwood trees such as beech, maple, and elm.
Did You Know?
The parasitoid wasp Megarhyssa macrurus uses its extremely long ovipositor to reach horntail larvae deep inside wood.
Stately Green Lacewing
A large green lacewing found in Australian woodlands and gardens. One of the more conspicuous lacewing species on the continent.
Did You Know?
It is attracted to lights at night and is a frequent visitor to illuminated porches in rural Australia.