Trash-carrying Lacewing vs Autumn Dun
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Trash-carrying Lacewing | Autumn Dun |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa nigricornis | Leptophlebia marginata |
| Order | Neuroptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 16-24 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Trash-carrying Lacewing
A North American green lacewing with dark antennae. Its larvae camouflage themselves by piling debris on their backs.
Did You Know?
Larvae stack the remains of consumed prey on their backs as both camouflage and defense.
Autumn Dun
A dark-winged mayfly that emerges in spring despite its common name. Nymphs inhabit slow-flowing sections of woodland streams among leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Its common name refers to the brownish autumnal color of the adult, not its emergence season.