Striped Green Lacewing vs Caribbean Giant Centipede
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Green Lacewing | Caribbean Giant Centipede |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa pallens | Scolopendra alternans |
| Order | Neuroptera | Scolopendromorpha |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Scolopendridae |
| Size | 14-22 mm wingspan | 150-200 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, East Asia, Japan | Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Striped Green Lacewing
A pale green lacewing with a characteristic dark stripe along the body. Widely distributed across the Palearctic region.
Did You Know?
In Japan, it is one of the most frequently encountered lacewing species at mercury vapor light traps.
Caribbean Giant Centipede
A large centipede found across the Caribbean islands with alternating dark and light body segments. It is an aggressive predator of insects and small vertebrates.
Did You Know?
It can deliver a painful venomous bite that causes intense local swelling.