Silky Lacewing vs Transverse Ladybird
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silky Lacewing | Transverse Ladybird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psychopsis illidgei | Coccinella transversalis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Psychopsidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 30-50 mm wingspan | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Australia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silky Lacewing
A beautiful Australian lacewing with large, rounded wings covered in intricate patterns resembling tree bark. It rests with wings flat against surfaces for camouflage.
Did You Know?
Silky lacewings belong to an ancient family with fossils dating back to the Jurassic period, over 160 million years ago.
Transverse Ladybird
An Australian native ladybird with variable orange-and-black markings. It is an important biological control agent for aphids in crops.
Did You Know?
Its color pattern is extraordinarily variable, with over 50 described forms across its range.