Soldier Beetle vs Beaded Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Soldier Beetle | Beaded Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cantharis livida | Lomamyia latipennis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Cantharidae | Berothidae |
| Size | 11-14 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Soldier Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle with orange-yellow elytra and a dark head. Adults are commonly seen on flower heads hunting small insects.
Did You Know?
They are sometimes called 'hogweed bonking beetles' due to mating pairs commonly seen on hogweed flowers.
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.