Peruvian Antlion vs Striped Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peruvian Antlion | Striped Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ameromyia lineata | Chrysopa pallens |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 14-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Peru, Western South America | Europe, East Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Peruvian Antlion
A neotropical antlion found in dry inter-Andean valleys and coastal deserts. Adapted to extremely arid conditions.
Did You Know?
It thrives in some of the driest deserts in South America where few other neuropterans survive.
Striped Green Lacewing
A pale green lacewing with a characteristic dark stripe along the body. Widely distributed across the Palearctic region.
Did You Know?
In Japan, it is one of the most frequently encountered lacewing species at mercury vapor light traps.