Lacewing

usgb/ˈleɪswɪŋ/
noun

A type of insect with delicate, net-like wings and usually bright eyes.

The garden was teeming with insects, including bees, butterflies, and lacewings.
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Often appears as...

  • green lacewing
  • brown lacewing
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Insect Varieties

Understand lacewing refers specifically to insects with net-like wings, not all insects.

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Among the many bugs we saw, the lacewings stood out with their intricate wings.
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Color Prefix

Lacewings are often identified by color, such as 'green lacewing' or 'brown lacewing'.

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The green lacewing is a natural predator of aphids in gardens.
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Natural Habitat

Lacewings are frequently mentioned when discussing organic gardening and pest control.

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Organic farmers often attract lacewings to control pests naturally.
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