Split-Footed Lacewing vs Desert Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Split-Footed Lacewing | Desert Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nymphes myrmeleonides | Chrysoperla comanche |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Nymphidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm wingspan | 20-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Split-Footed Lacewing
A large Australian lacewing with a wingspan up to 70 mm and distinctive bilobed tarsi. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights.
Did You Know?
This species belongs to an ancient lineage of lacewings found only in Australia, dating back over 150 million years.
Desert Lacewing
A pale green lacewing adapted to arid environments of the American Southwest. Both adults and larvae are important predators of aphids and other small pests.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are called aphid lions because a single larva can consume hundreds of aphids before pupating.