Common Antlion vs Egyptian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Antlion | Egyptian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmeleon immaculatus | Nemoptera aegyptiaca |
| Order | Neuroptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 30-45 mm wingspan | 28-35 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Egypt, North Africa, Middle East |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Antlion
A delicate lacewing-like insect whose larvae are famous pit-trap predators. Adults are nocturnal and resemble slender damselflies.
Did You Know?
The larva flicks sand grains at prey to knock them back into its funnel-shaped pit trap.
Egyptian Spoonwing
A North African spoonwing with striking wing patterns and long trailing hindwings. Found in arid habitats from Egypt across the Saharan fringe.
Did You Know?
Ancient Egyptians may have depicted this insect in tomb art due to its ethereal appearance.