Asian Army Ant vs Dobsonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Army Ant | Dobsonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aenictus laeviceps | Corydalus cornutus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 40-55 mm body, 125 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, India, Sri Lanka | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Army Ant
A small, pale yellow army ant widespread across tropical Asia. Colonies raid nests of other ants and termites in organized columns. Workers are entirely blind and rely on chemical trails for coordination during foraging and migration.
Did You Know?
They are the only army ant genus found across both Asia and Africa, suggesting an ancient origin before these continents separated.
Dobsonfly
Large insects with intimidating mandibles in males that are actually too large to bite effectively. Aquatic hellgrammite larvae are prized as fishing bait and indicate clean water.
Did You Know?
Male dobsonflies have terrifying mandibles up to 40 mm long, but they are so large the males cannot actually generate enough force to pinch — the females bite harder.