Yellow Owlfly vs Persian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow Owlfly | Persian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libelloides longicornis | Lertha sheppardi |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Ascalaphidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 20-25 mm body, 45-55 mm wingspan | 28-36 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Meadows | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Central and Southern Europe | Iran, Middle East, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Persian Spoonwing
A Middle Eastern nemopterid found in arid steppe and desert-margin habitats. Adults have beautifully patterned forewings and long trailing hindwings.
Did You Know?
It emerges in brief spring blooms in the desert, matching its adult life to wildflower availability.