Common Snakefly vs Creoleon Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Snakefly | Creoleon Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Raphidia notata | Creoleon plumbeus |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 55-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Europe, Middle East, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Snakefly
A distinctive predatory insect with an elongated prothorax that gives it a snake-like appearance. It hunts aphids and other small insects on tree bark.
Did You Know?
Snakeflies can raise their elongated thorax and strike at prey in a manner reminiscent of a snake, hence their name.
Creoleon Antlion
A robust Mediterranean antlion with lead-grey coloring on the thorax. Found in dry, warm habitats across southern Europe and the Middle East.
Did You Know?
Unlike classic antlions, its larvae lie buried in soil without building funnel traps.