The Common Green Lacewing is known for its delicate, green wings and predatory larvae which are voracious consumers of aphids.
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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