Wartclub Lacewing vs African Predatory Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wartclub Lacewing | African Predatory Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ithone fulva | Chrysopa pudica |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Ithonidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 3-4 cm wingspan | 16-24 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Forests |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Wartclub Lacewing
A rare moth-like lacewing from southeastern Australia. Adults are short-lived and larvae burrow underground to feed on plant roots.
Did You Know?
The family Ithonidae is one of the most ancient lacewing lineages, dating back over 200 million years.
African Predatory Lacewing
A robust lacewing found across tropical Africa in forested and cultivated areas. Adults and larvae both contribute to pest suppression.
Did You Know?
It is frequently collected in cocoa agroforestry systems where it helps control cocoa mirids.