Common Antlion vs Wheat Stem Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Antlion | Wheat Stem Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmeleon immaculatus | Cephus cinctus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Cephidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm wingspan | 8-13 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Wheat Stem Sawfly
A major pest of wheat and barley on the northern Great Plains of North America. Larvae bore inside stems, weakening them and causing lodging.
Did You Know?
Larvae girdle the stem base before pupating, causing the stem to fall over at harvest.