Ant Beetle vs Margined Brown Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ant Beetle | Margined Brown Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thanasimus formicarius | Hemerobius marginatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Cleridae | Hemerobiidae |
| Size | 7-10mm | 8-12 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ant Beetle
A brightly colored red and black bark beetle predator that mimics ants. It hunts bark beetles on pine trees.
Did You Know?
An important natural enemy of bark beetles used in integrated pest management of conifer forests.
Margined Brown Lacewing
A European brown lacewing with darkened wing margins found in deciduous woodland. Common but often overlooked due to its small size.
Did You Know?
It is often found in old orchards where it helps suppress aphid populations on fruit trees.