Small Brown Lacewing vs Beaded Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Brown Lacewing | Beaded Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Micromus angulatus | Lomamyia latipennis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Berothidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm wingspan | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Brown Lacewing
A tiny brown lacewing native to southern Europe and North Africa. Found in low herbaceous vegetation and grassy areas.
Did You Know?
Its preference for ground-level vegetation sets it apart from most tree-dwelling lacewing relatives.
Beaded Lacewing
A small lacewing whose larvae live inside termite nests and prey on the termite workers. Adults have distinctive beaded wing venation.
Did You Know?
Beaded lacewing larvae immobilize termites by releasing a toxic gas from their abdomen before consuming them.