Stigmate Brown Lacewing vs Bat Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stigmate Brown Lacewing | Bat Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemerobius stigma | Arixenia esau |
| Order | Neuroptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Arixeniidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm wingspan | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Northern Asia | Southeast Asia, Borneo, Philippines |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Stigmate Brown Lacewing
A brown lacewing with a distinctive dark spot on each forewing. Widespread in conifer-dominated forests of the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
The dark wing stigma that gives it its name helps distinguish it from over 100 similar species.
Bat Earwig
A remarkable wingless earwig that lives exclusively in bat caves, clinging to the bodies and roosting areas of naked bulldog bats. It has reduced eyes and modified forceps.
Did You Know?
Arixeniidae and Hemimeridae are the only earwig families that are viviparous, giving birth to live young.