Broad Centurion Soldier Fly vs Spotted-Winged Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad Centurion Soldier Fly | Spotted-Winged Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chloromyia formosa | Dendroleon pantherinus |
| Order | Diptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Stratiomyidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 35-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Broad Centurion Soldier Fly
A beautiful metallic green soldier fly with a broad, flattened abdomen and coppery reflections. Males are more blue-green while females appear more coppery-bronze.
Did You Know?
Males and females are so differently colored that they were originally described as separate species.
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.