Tropical Dustywing vs Chilean Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tropical Dustywing | Chilean Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heteroconis picticornis | Chrysoperla externa |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Coniopterygidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm wingspan | 14-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Tropical Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia | South America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tropical Dustywing
A tropical dustywing with banded antennae found in Asian and African lowland habitats. One of the larger species in the family.
Did You Know?
Its distinctively banded antennae make it one of the few dustywings identifiable without a microscope.
Chilean Green Lacewing
The most common green lacewing in South America with a broad distribution. Extensively used for biological control in Brazilian agriculture.
Did You Know?
Brazilian farmers rear millions of these lacewings annually for release in soybean and cotton fields.