Stately Green Lacewing vs Comstock's Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stately Green Lacewing | Comstock's Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa walkeri | Chrysopa comanche |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm wingspan | 14-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Southwestern United States, Northern Mexico |
| 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.
Comstock's Green Lacewing
A medium-sized green lacewing native to the American Southwest. Frequently found in arid scrubland and desert-edge habitats.
Did You Know?
It thrives in hot, dry conditions that would stress most other lacewing species.