Chinese Antlion vs Cobra Clubtail

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Chinese Antlion Cobra Clubtail
Scientific Name Euroleon sinicus Gomphus vastus
Order Neuroptera Odonata
Family Myrmeleontidae Gomphidae
Size 50-65 mm wingspan 58-68 mm
Habitat Rivers & Streams Rivers & Streams
Diet Omnivores Omnivores
Regions China, Mongolia, Central Asia North America
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Chinese Antlion

An East Asian antlion found in sandy habitats across China and neighboring countries. Its larvae construct pit traps in sheltered sandy areas.

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Did You Know?

It is widely distributed across the vast loess plateau region of northern China.

Cobra Clubtail

A large North American clubtail with a dramatically flared abdomen tip and bold yellow markings. It patrols large rivers and is a powerful, fast flier.

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Did You Know?

Its abdomen tip flares out so dramatically that it resembles a cobra's hood, inspiring its common name.