Terminalis Spongillafly vs Pleasing Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Terminalis Spongillafly | Pleasing Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sisyra terminalis | Nallachius americanus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Sisyridae | Dilaridae |
| Size | 7-10 mm wingspan | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Terminalis Spongillafly
A Palearctic spongillafly with dark wing tips found near clean freshwater systems. Indicator of good water quality and healthy sponge populations.
Did You Know?
Its presence near a waterway is considered an indicator of excellent freshwater quality.
Pleasing Lacewing
A small and uncommon lacewing with feathery antennae in males. Larvae develop under bark feeding on wood-boring insect larvae.
Did You Know?
Male pleasing lacewings have elaborate feathered antennae used to detect female pheromones over long distances.