Trash-carrying Lacewing vs Dog-Day Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Trash-carrying Lacewing | Dog-Day Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa nigricornis | Neotibicen canicularis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 16-24 mm wingspan | 27-33 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Eastern and central North America from Canada to the Gulf states |
| 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.
Dog-Day Cicada
A large green and black annual cicada that sings during the hottest days of summer. Its buzzing call is the quintessential sound of late summer in North America.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from its emergence during the 'dog days' of summer, the hottest period from July to August.