Brown Lacewings (of Florida) (Insecta: Neuroptera: Hemerobiidae)

This document provides an in-depth profile of brown lacewings (Neuroptera: Hemerobiidae) in Florida, detailing their distribution, biology, identification, and role as biological control agents. Brown lacewings are predaceous insects that primarily feed on aphids and other soft-bodied pests. The ar...

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Main Authors: Ellis G. MacLeod, Lionel Stange
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2005-06-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139204
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Summary:This document provides an in-depth profile of brown lacewings (Neuroptera: Hemerobiidae) in Florida, detailing their distribution, biology, identification, and role as biological control agents. Brown lacewings are predaceous insects that primarily feed on aphids and other soft-bodied pests. The article includes identification keys for adults and larvae, discusses their life cycle, and highlights their effectiveness in pest management. It also covers the various species found in Florida and their specific habitats, contributing valuable information for both academic and practical applications in entomology. Published: August 2001.
ISSN:2576-0009