Striped Green Lacewing vs Dustywing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Green Lacewing | Dustywing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa pallens | Coniopteryx tineiformis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Coniopterygidae |
| Size | 14-22 mm wingspan | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, East Asia, Japan | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Dustywing
A tiny moth-like lacewing covered in a white waxy powder that gives it a dusty appearance. It is an important predator of mites and scale insects on trees.
Did You Know?
Dustywings are the smallest of all neuropterans and are often overlooked because they resemble tiny moths.