Tropical Dustywing vs South African Owlfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tropical Dustywing | South African Owlfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heteroconis picticornis | Tmesibasis lacerata |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Coniopterygidae | Ascalaphidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm wingspan | 45-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Tropical Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia | Southern Africa |
| 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.
South African Owlfly
A large African owlfly with intricately patterned wings and prominent clubbed antennae. Active during warm summer afternoons in savanna regions.
Did You Know?
Its larvae cover themselves in soil and debris, lying motionless until prey walks within reach.