Australian Owlfly vs Creoleon Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Owlfly | Creoleon Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Suhpalacsa flavipes | Creoleon plumbeus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Ascalaphidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 55-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | Southern Europe, Middle East, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Owlfly
A large Australian owlfly with smoky wings and yellow legs. Active at dusk in open eucalyptus woodland and dry grassland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly encountered owlflies at light traps across inland Australia.
Creoleon Antlion
A robust Mediterranean antlion with lead-grey coloring on the thorax. Found in dry, warm habitats across southern Europe and the Middle East.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae lie buried in soil without building funnel traps.