European Amazon Ant vs Palpares Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Amazon Ant | Palpares Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyergus rufescens | Palpares immensus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 6-7 mm | 100-140 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
European Amazon Ant
An obligate slave-making ant that raids colonies of Formica ants to steal pupae. The kidnapped workers then perform all domestic duties for the Polyergus colony.
Did You Know?
Their sickle-shaped mandibles are so specialized for fighting that they cannot feed themselves or care for their own brood.
Palpares Antlion
An enormous antlion from sub-Saharan Africa with strikingly patterned wings. Among the largest flying neuropterans on the continent.
Did You Know?
Its wingspan can reach 14 cm, rivaling some small dragonflies in size.