Wartclub Lacewing vs Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wartclub Lacewing | Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ithone fulva | Trimerotropis infantilis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Ithonidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 3-4 cm wingspan | 2-3 cm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | United States |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Endangered |
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.
Zayante Band-winged Grasshopper
A small grasshopper found only in sand parkland habitats in Santa Cruz County, California. It is superbly camouflaged against the grey Zayante sand.
Did You Know?
Its entire world range covers less than 600 acres of sandy habitat in the Santa Cruz Mountains.