Banded Antlion vs Spotted-Winged Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Antlion | Spotted-Winged Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glenurus gratus | Dendroleon pantherinus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 55-80 mm wingspan | 35-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Banded Antlion
A North American antlion with distinctive banded wing patterns. Commonly attracted to porch lights on warm summer evenings.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae are ambush predators that hunt without constructing sand pits.
Spotted-Winged Antlion
A large antlion with distinctive spotted wings found in old-growth forests. Its larvae hide in tree-hole detritus rather than building sand pits.
Did You Know?
This antlion is unusual because its larvae ambush prey in tree hollows rather than digging pits in sand.