Stately Green Lacewing vs African Predatory Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stately Green Lacewing | African Predatory Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa walkeri | Chrysopa pudica |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm wingspan | 16-24 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stately Green Lacewing
A large green lacewing found in Australian woodlands and gardens. One of the more conspicuous lacewing species on the continent.
Did You Know?
It is attracted to lights at night and is a frequent visitor to illuminated porches in rural Australia.
African Predatory Lacewing
A robust lacewing found across tropical Africa in forested and cultivated areas. Adults and larvae both contribute to pest suppression.
Did You Know?
It is frequently collected in cocoa agroforestry systems where it helps control cocoa mirids.