Split-Footed Lacewing vs Orange Caterpillar Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Split-Footed Lacewing | Orange Caterpillar Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nymphes myrmeleonides | Netelia ephippitarsus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm wingspan | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Oceania | Australia, Southeast Asia |
| 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.
Orange Caterpillar Parasite
A slender, amber-orange ichneumon wasp found across Australasia. It attaches eggs to caterpillars and the larva feeds externally on its host.
Did You Know?
Female wasps can deliver a mild sting if handled, which is unusual among ichneumon wasps.