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Green Lacewing

Chrysoperla carnea

Description:

Green lacewings are pretty green insects about 3/4" long. Their wings are net-like, with a pale green sheen. They have a weak, fluttering flight.

Habitat:

I find these insects at the edges of forests and in grasslands.

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2 Comments

Gordon Dietzman
Gordon Dietzman 12 years ago

Thanks.

mattsilvia7
mattsilvia7 12 years ago

Great shot!

Gordon Dietzman
Spotted by
Gordon Dietzman

Roseville, Minnesota, USA

Spotted on Aug 15, 2010
Submitted on Apr 5, 2011

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