The Common Green Lacewing is known for its delicate, green wings and predatory larvae which are voracious consumers of aphids.
Habitat
Found in gardens, agricultural fields, and natural vegetation.
Diet
Adults feed on nectar, pollen, and honeydew; larvae feed on aphids and other small insects.
How common
Common
Best time to see a Common Green Lacewing
The best time to see a Common Green Lacewing is April–July, when about 67% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 64 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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