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Chrysoperla rufilabris
Lacewing larvae a.k.a. aphid lions, are voracious predators. They feed on a variety of insect pests. They attack the eggs & immature stages of aphids, thrips, spider mites, whiteflies, mealbugs, leafhoppers, moth eggs & caterpillars. Each larvae can consume 200 or more pests a week for a 2 - 3 week period.
Adults need an environment provided with nectar, pollen & honeydew to stimulate their reproductive process.
Spotted on Aug 5, 2010
Submitted on Nov 21, 2011
8 Comments
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Wonderful series!
So beautiful!
Thank you for the nice comments!!
Excellent photo.
Great shot! Love the detail on the wings.
oh wow, its so beautiful!
Another excellent shot of a beneficial insect!