Ribbon-winged Lacewing vs Horned Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ribbon-winged Lacewing | Horned Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nemoptera coa | Arigomphus cornutus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Odonata |
| Family | Nemopteridae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan (forewings) | 45-55mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Greece, Turkey, Aegean Islands | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ribbon-winged Lacewing
A graceful Aegean lacewing with long ribbon-like hindwings and patterned forewings. Found on dry, flower-rich hillsides of Greek islands.
Did You Know?
It is a popular subject for nature photographers visiting the Greek islands in late spring.
Horned Clubtail
A medium-sized clubtail dragonfly with small horn-like projections on the top of the head. Its body is yellow-green with brown markings. It breeds in clear ponds and lakes.
Did You Know?
The tiny horns on its head are unique among North American clubtails and are used for species identification.