Common Antlion vs Yellow Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Antlion | Yellow Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myrmeleon immaculatus | Isoperla dicala |
| Order | Neuroptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Perlodidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm wingspan | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| 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.
Yellow Stonefly
A bright yellow springfly found in clean Appalachian streams. Nymphs are predatory on small invertebrates in gravel substrates.
Did You Know?
Males produce vibrational signals by rubbing their abdomen against the substrate, audible through special sensors.