Tropical Green Lacewing vs Yellow Owlfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tropical Green Lacewing | Yellow Owlfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysoperla rufilabris | Libelloides longicornis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Ascalaphidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 20-25 mm body, 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Meadows |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Central and Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tropical Green Lacewing
A widely distributed green lacewing used commercially for biological pest control in greenhouses. Larvae are aggressive predators of whiteflies and mealybugs.
Did You Know?
This species is mass-reared and sold commercially, with millions released annually for organic pest control.
Yellow Owlfly
A beautiful owlfly with long clubbed antennae and bright yellow-and-black wings. It perches on grass stems with wings spread like a butterfly.
Did You Know?
Adults can be seen sunbathing on grass stems with wings fully spread in the early morning.