Wesmael's Brown Lacewing vs Lotis Blue Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wesmael's Brown Lacewing | Lotis Blue Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Wesmaelius subnebulosus | Lycaeides argyrognomon lotis |
| Order | Neuroptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hemerobiidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm wingspan | 2-2.5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Wesmael's Brown Lacewing
A medium-sized brown lacewing with subtly patterned wings found across Europe. Frequent in gardens and deciduous woodland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest lacewings to appear in spring, sometimes active as early as March.
Lotis Blue Butterfly
A small blue butterfly historically found in sphagnum bog habitats in coastal Mendocino County, California. It has not been seen since 1983.
Did You Know?
Despite extensive searches, no living individuals have been found in over 40 years.