Seven-spotted Green Lacewing vs Dusky Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seven-spotted Green Lacewing | Dusky Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa septempunctata | Chrysopa dorsalis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm wingspan | 14-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Southern Europe, Turkey |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Seven-spotted Green Lacewing
A green lacewing marked with seven dark spots on its head. Common across Europe and temperate Asia in vegetated habitats.
Did You Know?
The seven head spots are used to distinguish it from over a dozen similar European species.
Dusky Green Lacewing
A green lacewing with a dark dorsal stripe running along the abdomen. Prefers wooded habitats across southern Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few European lacewings that strongly prefers forested over open habitats.