Pacific Brown Lacewing vs European Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pacific Brown Lacewing | European Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemerobius pacificus | Euroleon nostras |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm wingspan | 30-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pacific Brown Lacewing
A brown lacewing native to western North America found in coniferous forests. Important natural enemy of hemlock and spruce adelgids.
Did You Know?
It is being studied as a potential biocontrol agent against the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid.
European Antlion
A large neuropteran whose larvae build conical sand pits to trap ants and other small insects. Adults resemble damselflies but are weaker fliers.
Did You Know?
Antlion larvae can survive for months without food while waiting at the bottom of their sand traps.