Brazilian Antlion vs Bog Bush-cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Antlion | Bog Bush-cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmeleon brasiliensis | Metrioptera brachyptera |
| Order | Neuroptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm wingspan | 13-20mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Brazil, South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Brazilian Antlion
A common South American antlion found in sandy cerrado and caatinga habitats. Its larval pit traps dot the sandy floors of sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
In the Brazilian cerrado, antlion pits are so abundant they have been used to estimate soil disturbance levels.
Bog Bush-cricket
A dark-colored bush-cricket with short wings and pale lateral stripes on the pronotum. It favors wet heathlands and bogs. Its song is a series of brief chirps.
Did You Know?
It is an indicator species for high-quality wet heathland habitat in Europe.